Certified Medical Interpreter - SPANISH - Le Bonheur - Full-Time - Days

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• Performs a variety of interpreting and translation services to assist foreign language-speaking patients receiving care at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare.
• Provides information on hospital and community resources. Assists departments in the interface with LEP/NEP patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• 1-3 years Healthcare environment

• Certified Medical Interpreter - National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters

• Evidence of fluency in English and the foreign language.
• Demonstrated ability to serve as a medical interpreter with ability to speak, read, and write in English and the foreign language and interpret/translate from the foreign language to English and vice-versa.
• Ability to use Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain working relationships with physicians, directors, co-workers, and other Associates.
• Ability to set priorities, organize and coordinate multiple tasks, and maintain control of workflow.
• Ability to work effectively in situations of high stress and conflict.

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: light work - exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity, such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• The conditions to which the Associate will be subject in this position: The Associate is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions; job functions are typically performed under conditions such as those found in general office or administrative work.
• May be exposed to infectious disease.
• Must provide own transportation for local travel among hospitals and other sites for interpretation.

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