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Job Requisition ID:

R00033361

Job Category:

Professional and Technical

Organization:

SER-Simulation Center-Manager 2_JM

Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:

Gynecologic Teaching Associate-Skills Assessment Center

Job Summary:

Gynecological Teaching Associates (GTAs) are individuals who are specially trained to utilize their own body as a teaching tool allowing learners to practice pelvic, rectal and breast / chest examination techniques in a supportive, non-threatening environment. They also address the communication skills needed to provide a comfortable exam, in a standardized manner.

Education & Experience

High school diploma/GED preferred; must be at least 18 years of age. Work or life experience may include but is not limited to theater, public speaking, medicine, teaching, social work, counseling, sales, public relations, public or community service, or past experience as a standardized patient or simulated participant.

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:  N/A

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must be proficient in the English language.  Must be competent in basic computer skills.  Must be able to lift light equipment and supplies.  Comfortable with one’s own body and sexuality. A high degree of professionalism and credibility. Ability to employ one’s own body as a tool of instruction. Must be highly dependable and be able to honor scheduled commitments.

Responsibilities:

• Report for learner exam sessions and training sessions as scheduled.
• Work in a professional manner when interacting with learners, faculty, simulation specialists, supervisors and peers.
• Allow students to learn proper technique for performing the breast / chest exam, including inspection and palpation. GTA’s will guide the student through the learning process while each learner performs the breast / chest exam on the GTA’s body.
• Allow students to learn proper technique for performing the pelvic exam, including external and internal inspection and palpation. Gynecological exam procedures to include palpation for lymph nodes, vaginal speculum exam, bi-manual exam, recto-vaginal exam. GTAs will guide the student through the learning process while each learner performs the pelvic exam on the GTA’s body.
• Accurately and consistently complete learner checklists on proper integrated technique for sensitive interactive communication and relaxation before, during, and after the physical examination.
• Assist in the training and development of other GTAs, as needed.
• Accept and implement ongoing feedback from SP Coordinator and incorporate into case simulation.
• Prepare exam room daily by cleaning, restocking, and placing items back in their place as needed.
• Responding to Clinical Skills staff in a time manner (within 48 hours of contact).
• Will notify supervisor of any change in their health that might result in inability to act as a GTA without risk.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires occasional bending, occasional lifting up to 10 pounds, constant sitting, occasional standing, and occasional walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:

No

Pay Class:

Hourly

FTE %:

20

Work Shift:

Benefits Eligibility:

Grant Funded:

Job Posting Date:

09/3/2024

Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):