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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Simulated Patient

We require volunteers from both sexes and all age groups who will pretend to be patients so that students can gain experience in dealing with patients in a relaxed and safe atmosphere. A simulated patient is someone who has been carefully trained to portray the emotional, symptomatic and physical characteristics of an actual patient. They are additionally trained to provide feedback to students on their performance during the simulated patient encounter.

Experience required

No experience is necessary, keen on role play although no acting experience required.

Travel details

Simulated patients are used at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Western General Hospital and the Medical School.

Travel expenses

We pay travelling expenses for all areas used.

Support
Training details

Initial training programme. ongoing support.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability
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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
3 hours per Month on weekdays

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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