Job Description
Salary: $42.00 - $51.00 Hourly
Location : Kirkland, WA
Job Type: Hourly - Temporary
Job Number: 25H98
Department: Instruction
Divison: Nursing Programs
Opening Date: 11/24/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES Located just outside of Seattle, WA,Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers , , and in , including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.
Learn more about LWTech's Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Themes
LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College's commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the .
Summary of Responsibilities The Standardized Patient (SP) will portray patients in on-campus simulated clinical scenarios to assist nursing students in developing communication, assessment, and clinical skills. SPs will follow detailed case scripts and provide feedback to learners under faculty supervision.
This recruitment is to establish a diverse applicant pool for future on-call SP vacancies. The college hires SPs on a temporary/hourly, quarter by quarter basis, dependent on enrollment and class need. If you are selected for an interview for a potential future vacancy, a college representative will contact you.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Accurately and consistently portray a patient's history, symptoms, and emotional state according to provided case materials.
- Participate in simulated clinical encounters, including physical assessments (non-invasive) and communication exercises.
- Wear/use simulated medical equipment and costumes (e.g., oxygen mask, nasal cannula, blood pressure cuff, patient gown, walker, crutches, wigs, glasses, etc.).
- Memorize and maintain case details to ensure consistency across multiple student interactions.
- Provide constructive feedback to students on communication and interpersonal skills when requested.
- Maintain confidentiality of all student performance and program materials.
- Attend required training sessions and adhere to program guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS - Signed Lake Washington Institute of Technology Standardized Patient Consent, Assumption of risk, release, and waiver of liability agreement once hired.
- May not be a current employee or enrolled at Lake Washington Institute of Technology.
- Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to memorize and accurately recall case details.
- Comfortable with role-playing and receiving direction from faculty.
- Reliable and punctual; flexible schedule for on-call assignments.
- No prior medical experience required (training provided).
- Must be able to sit or lie down for extended periods and tolerate light physical examination (e.g., listening to heart/lungs, checking pulse, etc. no invasive procedures will be performed).
- Acting or improvisation experience preferred.
- Experience in healthcare simulation preferred.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION COMPENSATION & WORK SCHEDULE: Placement on the hourly schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. This position ranges from $42 - $51 per hour. This is an on-call position so hours may vary depending on department needs.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
- Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
- Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks
ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION In compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. LWTech does not currently sponsor HB-1 visas. Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment.
Applicants considered for positions at the College may be required to submit to a background check as a condition of employment. Adverse information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability for the position.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in its programs and activities. Questions regarding the College's Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to the Meena Park, Executive Director of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.
Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech's Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034.
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.
CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES Hourly/temporary employees are eligible for benefits if they work an average of at least 80 hours per month and work for at least 8 hours in each month for more than 6 consecutive months. Sick leave accures at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked.
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Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without accommodation?
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Acknowledgement of required application materials. An LWTech application packet must contain a
resume and cover letter. Please ensure your application is complete and that you attach your resume and letter before moving forward with this submission.
- I acknowledge that if my application packet - including a complete application, resume, and cover letter - is incomplete, LWTech will not consider me for this position.
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