Job Title
SIMULATED PAT INST (TEMP)
Job ID
274790
Location
Ann Arbor Campus
City
Ann Arbor
State
MI
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Mode of Work
Onsite
Job Title
SIMULATED PAT INST (TEMP)
Appointing Department
DENT Pre-Doctoral Studies
Posting Begin Date
07/02/2026
Posting End Date
07/23/2026
Date Closed
 
FLSA Status
Nonexempt

Responsibilities*

 
  • A standardized patient instructor (SPI) portrays the role of a practice patient for the dental students. 
  • This role involves memorizing all appropriate identifying information and affect, and portraying that information and affect as an actual patient would reveal it in an interview with their dental provider. 
  • The SPI also learns an assessment protocol and employs that assessment tool to evaluate the student regarding their performance.

Required Qualifications*

 
  • Excellent communication skills. 
  • Adaptable. 
  • Ability to work independently. 
  • Ability to manage the position through e-mail contact. 
  • Flexibility in scheduling and learning.

Work Locations

 

This position is for the School of Dentistry located at 1011 N University Ave.

Additional Information

 

This temp role has 3 different hourly rates of pay, which include: $16, $21 and $26.

We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for everyone. As part of the onboarding process, all candidates are required to submit their immunization records to Occupational Health Services (OHS) prior to their appointment start date to verify their immunization status. The process includes completing a two-step TB test for all new hires and providing proof of Hepatitis B immunization for clinic-facing roles. Additional immunizations may be necessary based on public health guidance or specific job responsibilities.

Background Screening

 

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.