Über diese Interpreter - Spanish - Kenosha - Part-Time Stelle bei Children's Wisconsin
At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.
Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.
We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.
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Medical Interpreter course completion through a Technical School or higher education institution strongly preferred
Requires at minimum a High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED).
Must pass verbal and written proficiency tests with an overall score of 80%. Includes proven Spanish linguistic abilities in medical interpreting and knowledge of the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) code of ethics.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology used in primary care and dental services through completion of Medical Terminology class
National certification must be completed within 2 years of hire either through CCHI or the National Board, and certification must be maintained.
Assists in facilitating communication between staff and clients or patients and their parents or guardians, before, during and after treatment using less complex medical terminology.
Interprets in a variety of situations and settings, e.g. appointments, meetings, examinations, treatment or therapy sessions.
Provides non-English speaking patients and families with an appropriate sight translation of medical/social/health care information and other important documents from an English version.
Attends in-services and educational meetings to maintain and enhance professional expertise. Attends and contributes to assigned committees, task forces, special projects.
Translate, proof read, edit, and prepare the final version of written materials in the electronic health record (Epic) or MS Word.
May provide additional down-time support with scheduling, audits, special projects
Computer and word processing expertise including MS Word, comfort with an iPad and working in our electronic health record.
Good customer service skills, strong communication skills and excellent listening skills.
Effective organizational skills with attention to detail including ability to prioritize and assess needs.
Ability to multi-task in order to manage interpretation for more than one patient/family at a time.
Analytical ability to complete audits, proof read translations and review scheduling; making recommendations for change.
**Preference is experienced Medical Spanish Interpreter for this opening.
Interpreter II: Requires a minimum of two (2) years interpreter experience , preferably in a medical setting.
In-house contractors may qualify after full rotation has been completed, generally around 12 months.
Interpreter I: requires dual language proficiency English/Spanish with ability to break linguistic and cultural barriers between patients and medical staff. Ability to shift from one language to another in simultaneous and consecutive mode of interpreting.
Medical interpreting training/education and/or work experience is required.
This is a part-time (FTE .5, benefits eligible) role.
Schedule will be Monday - Fridays 12:30pm to 5:00 pm.
-No weekends or holidays.
This opening is will primarily cover the Children's Wisconsin Kenosha clinic location: 6809 122nd Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53142 and will also support the Lakeside Pediatrics clinic and the Child Advocacy Center (CAC) in Mount Pleasant.
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses:
+ one of the following: - N/A, CCHI-Certified Healthcare Interpreter - Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters, CMI-Certified Medical Interpreter - National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters
