Standardized Patients for Health Professions Education
Standardized Patient Consulting for Health Professions Education
SP programs present many unique challenges to sim center managers. Where can you find quality SPs who will stay with your program? How can you keep them engaged so they come back, even after slow times in the calendar?
Striking the right balance in your SP program can be tough, so Patient Performance is here to help you get the most out of your SPs and to make sure that they will always choose to work your events first.
We offer:
1. Tailored solutions for the flexibility and adaptability needed to align with your curriculum, learning objectives, and assessment criteria.
2. Demonstrated expertise in healthcare, education, assessment, and performance
3. Educational resources that highlight the importance of training with SPs in improving clinical skills, communication, and patient outcomes
4. Return on investment: An effective standardized patient training program can lead to improved student performance, higher exam scores, enhanced patient satisfaction, reduced medical errors, and better clinical outcomes.
5. Comprehensive support throughout the entire consultation process, whether scenario development, SP training, or program evaluation. We are committed to your success and satisfaction.
Find the Right Standardized Patients for Your Health Professions Training Needs
At Patient Performance, we understand that Standardized Patients (SPs) are vital for effective training in the health professions. They are not just for aspiring health professionals but are essential in preparing healthcare workers for real-world interactions. Whether you're training providers in communication, conducting performance remediation, or improving patient care, using real human participants in simulations will elevate the quality of your training.
When Should You Use Standardized Patients?
Preparing Healthcare Workers for the Hospital or Clinic
Before graduating healthcare workers, it's critical to ensure they can effectively interact with patients. Standardized Patients allow for realistic practice in a controlled environment.Continuing Education for Providers
For providers undergoing continuing education, engaging with Standardized Patients provides an authentic learning experience that enhances communication and diagnostic skills, ultimately improving patient care.Remediating Provider-Patient Communication
When healthcare providers struggle with patient interaction, remediation through SPs can identify communication gaps and foster better relationships with patients, leading to improved satisfaction.Boosting Press Ganey Scores
Low patient satisfaction scores could be an indicator of communication issues. Standardized Patient simulations can help providers refine their interpersonal skills, enhancing patient interactions and boosting Press Ganey scores.
Why Live Human Interaction Matters
For training that goes beyond technical skills and dives into patient-provider communication, nothing beats the value of a live human. While medical mannequins and task trainers are useful for practicing technical skills, they can’t replicate the nuances of human interaction. Realistic dialogue, non-verbal cues, and emotional intelligence are integral to comprehensive medical education, and only a live person can bring those elements to life.
Our Expertise in Standardized Patient Selection
At Patient Performance, we specialize in matching your specific training needs with the most qualified Standardized Patients or Participant Simulators. Whether it's for a simulation-based learning module or a customized scenario, we ensure that your project has the right participants to achieve your training goals.
Stop Wasting Money – Let Us Help You Streamline Your Events
We get it—no one can afford to waste money. At Patient Performance, we not only bring the expertise your program needs, but also deliver the cost savings your institution demands.
Save Time and Money by Outsourcing Standardized Patient Hiring
If you’re planning a one-off project or event, why deal with the hassle of hiring, HR, and payroll? Outsource it to us. We’ll handle the details, saving you both time and money.
Reduce the Hidden Costs of Event Overruns
Even a few extra minutes in an event can quickly lead to unnecessary costs. Patient Performance specializes in identifying and eliminating inefficiencies, ensuring your events stay on track and on budget. Every dollar counts, and we’re here to make sure you don’t waste a single one.
No Need for Extra Staffing or Recruitment Costs
Not every program has the bandwidth to take on time-limited projects without disrupting day-to-day operations. With our services, you avoid recruitment fees, on-boarding costs, and the burden of adding benefits or new equipment—saving you up to 25% on overall staffing costs.
Case Study: Tackling Event Overruns and Unnecessary Costs
In one project, we addressed a pervasive issue faced by many programs: event over-runs. With up to 5 events per week and as many as 14 exam rooms, each staffed with a Standardized Patient (SP), costs quickly accumulated. When faculty members were present for real-time observations, these costs escalated further, as valuable time was being wasted.
Breakdown of Costs for 1 Event:
14 SPs, at a minimum pay of $15/hour, held for just 30 minutes longer than planned: $105
Lost productivity from proctors and center staff for that extra 30 minutes: $200
3 faculty members staying an additional 30 minutes for observation: $225
Total for 1 Event: $530
Total for 1 Week (5 events): $2,650
Total for 1 Year (45 weeks of over-runs): $119,250
A program cannot sustain this level of waste. Reclaiming this lost time and money is critical. Streamlining your events allows you to redirect these resources into the projects and equipment that truly drive value. It’s time to regain control of your events and protect your budget.
What Could Your Center Achieve with More Time, Lower Costs, and Improved Efficiency? Let’s Make It Happen!
Imagine what your center could do with reclaimed time and lower operational costs. More availability in your schedule means more opportunities to partner with organizations looking to use your space, ultimately generating additional income for your center and institution.
By working with Patient Performance, you’ll unlock new possibilities to expand your center’s activities. We’ll help you market your space effectively and turn idle time into profit. With budgets tightening and costs rising, attracting new customers can fill the financial gap your center needs.
Let’s collaborate to transform your center’s free time into revenue and take your operations to the next level!
“Wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity.”
Hippocrates