What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interpreter - Swahili position at Broadlawns Medical Center?
The Broadlawns Medical Center campus includes an acute care hospital, primary and specialty care clinics, urgent care and emergency services, lab, radiology, dentistry, inpatient and outpatient mental health, crisis team, and community-based behavioral support services. Broadlawns accepts all forms of insurance and its approach to healthcare and quality outcomes earned a Level 3 rating from the National Committee for Quality Assurance, the highest achievable status for a medical delivery model.
We are a safety net hospital and our Patients are our North Star! With a dedicated staff of over 160 physicians and 1,600 employees, Broadlawns Medical Center ensures that our community has access to high quality healthcare that is coordinated, compassionate and cost-effective. We provide our employees a top-rated benefits package, supportive work culture, and more!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Provides comprehensive interpretation and translation services for patients that speak Swahili.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES
1. Provides accurate and effective interpretation of procedures and other interactions for non-English speaking patients, (adults and children) their families and Medical Center staff. (in person or on the telephone). Interpreter assists interpreting in emergency department, psychiatric unit, assessment areas, obstetric care, immunizations, well-child care, dental care, nutritional planning, vision testing, surgeries, family planning and all other areas.
2. May provide accurate and effective translation of written documents, correspondence and brochures, handouts or forms used by patients and families.
3. Provides information and consultation to Medical Center staff regarding cultural or ethnic issues.
4. Refers patient concerns/issues to appropriate Medical Center professional staff such as Chaplains, Care Management Service, Financial Counseling, Patient Representative etc.
5. Attends mandatory Medical Center training programs.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. High School diploma or GED.
2. Two years' experience as interpreter and translator.
3. Familiarity with culture involved.
4. Bi-lingual in specified language(s)-must meet BMC competency requirements.
5. Some flexibility in daytime hours and availability for some unscheduled hours interpreting.
6. Must pass a BMC administered competency or a language proficiency test established by BMC.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. B.A. degree in required language or related field.
2. Experience as interpreter or translator in medical setting.
3. Experience teaching ESL classes or comparable teaching experiences.
4. Ability to translate language into written form.
5. Classes/training in medical interpretation.
Work Shift
Benefits (FT/PT)
Retirement - IPERS
Education Assistance
Employee Health & Wellness
PTO
Free Parking
Health Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
529 College Savings Plan
And more!
Broadlawns Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
