What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deaf Interpreter - Per Diem position at Fairview Health Services?
Overview
M Health Fairview is seeking a Deaf Interpreter to assist staff and patients with effective communication! This a casual position with flexible hours!
Summary : In the scope of the Deaf Interpreter, they will provide communication access by using formative linguistic, cultural, and life experiences. The role will enable multifaceted comprehension and interaction in a wide range of visual, language, and communication forms. This role will also perform as a Deaf Interpreter and will support effective and positive communication via in-person or virtual platforms!
Responsibilities Job Description
Job Expectations :
- Explain their role responsive to the situation's demands.
- Has proven understanding of basic healthcare terminology and physical anatomy.
- Ability to interpret complex healthcare concepts into ASL or other form of visual communication appropriate to the communication needs of the user
- Manage in-person or virtual encounters promoting communicative autonomy
- Facilitate communication across cultural differences and alerts all parties to significant cultural or linguistic disparities that may significantly impact outcomes
- Complete all Educational Annual requirements Adheres to RID Code of Professional Conduct.
- Has firm understanding of HIPAA as it applies to the healthcare interpreter
- Adopts understanding from the Healthcare Interpreter Code of Ethics
- Practice timely communication with scheduling office and administrative team
- Manage daily workflow in Epic, Microsoft Outlook, and Teams
- Adapt to fast-paced technology changes within the working environment
Adaptability :
Organization Expectations, as applicable :
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
Education
Experience
License / Certification / Registration
Preferred
Education
Experience
License / Certification / Registration
