The SP Specialist serves as the primary liaison among faculty, students, standardized patients, and Simulation Center staff, ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the Standardized Patient (SP) Program. The role leads the recruitment, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation of SPs; supports the design and delivery of OSCEs and simulation-based clinical encounters; and helps maintain the training materials, records, and reporting that keep the SP Program running smoothly. • Recruit, screen, interview, and onboard standardized patients; maintain an active SP roster. • Develop and deliver SP training on case portrayal, checklist accuracy, and structured feedback. • Collaborate with faculty to build clinical scenarios and SP cases aligned to course learning objectives. • Coordinate learner orientations for OSCEs and SP-based simulation activities. • Monitor SP performance for realism and consistency; document performance and improvement needs. • Build and maintain SP, OSCE, and simulation schedules; coordinate room and resource bookings with Simulation Center operations. • Organize logistics and room set-up, including exam tools, equipment, supplies, and AV technology. • Maintain SP and simulation supply inventory; prepare materials for SPs, faculty, and proctors. • Track SP-related costs and support budget monitoring for the SP Program. • Maintain accurate SP and partner records (contacts, availability, participation history) for scheduling and reporting. • Identify and report facility, equipment, or software needs to Simulation Center leadership. • Contribute to SP Program documentation, training manuals, and internal reports. • Provide general administrative support to the Operations Manager and iSTAR team as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in a health, education, or related field. • Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience, ideally in healthcare, Simulation Based Education,. • Strong organizational, scheduling, and multitasking skills with attention to detail. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage. • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. • Ability to handle sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism. • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse, multicultural population.

• Certified Healthcare Simulation Operations Specialist (CHSOS) • Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) • Prior experience coordinating standardized/simulated patient programs or OSCEs. • Experience in a university or academic medical center setting. • Familiarity with simulation scheduling or Learning-management software.

• Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience, ideally in healthcare, Simulation Based Education,.

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