Spanish Interpreter-Translation Services-Methodist - UnityPoint Health
Des Moines, IA 50309
About the Job
The interpreter will provide accurate interpretation and translation services for limited English-speaking patients, their families and health system staff.
Serves as a resource for staff in providing culturally and linguistically competent health care.
Must be fluent in both English and Spanish.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter.Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
Responsibilities:· Provide accurate and effective interpretation (or translation) of procedures and other interactions for limited English-speaking patients (both adult and adolescent) their families, and staff, via phone, in person or in writing.
· Brings value to each encounter by being an advocate for the patient and family.
· Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
· Ability to document according to policy and bill accurately for interpretation sessions.
Qualifications:
| Minimum Requirements | Preferred or Specialized |
Education:
| · High School diploma or equivalent required · Ability to maintain competency in Spanish
| Medical Terminology course |
Experience:
| · Must have 6 months of prior medical interpretation and translation experience · Must have ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing |
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License(s)/Certification(s):
| · Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons · Ability to pass interpreting test prior to date of hire
| Board Certification (Certification received from a governing board such as NCAA) for Medical Interpreters desired but not required |
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
| · Knowledge of target language culture · Use of Outlook, Excel and Word
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