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.

274790

SIMULATED PAT INST (TEMP)

SIMULATED PAT INST (TEMP)

Ann Arbor Campus

Onsite

Part-Time

Temporary

Nonexempt

School Dentistry

DENT Pre-Doctoral Studies

7/02/2026 - 7/23/2026

Temporary Job Opening