Medical Interpreter at Carilion Clinic

Roanoke, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Language Interpreting, Sign Language, Medical Terminology, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Confidentiality, Crisis Management, Teamwork, Communication, Flexibility, Accuracy, Completeness, Continuing Education, Patient Care, Professionalism

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Status: Full time Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America) Facility: 1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke Requisition Number: R156178 Medical Interpreter (Open) How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare: Provides accurate language interpreting services for patients to ensure effectively communication with health care providers and promote a positive patient care experience. Provides accurate sign language interpreting services to patients with hearing impairments. All interpretations are to be absolutely accurate and complete, without substitutions or omissions Maintains competency in language skills and interpretive proce Maintains strict confidentiality of patient information and does not disclose information outside the treating team. Promotes Carilion Clinics Culture of Excellence and quality service through team work, respectful communication, maintenance of a professional environment, partnership with those we serve in anticipation of patient/customer needs. What We Require: Education: High school diploma required. Experience: Must be proficient in both written and spoken English and must be proficient in sign language with 1 to 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting as anmedical interpreter with proficiency in medical terminology. Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Successful completion/certification as Medical Interpreter (by an agency which is recognized by Carilion) is required or must be obtained prior to hire. 10 Hours of continuing education required annually National Certification preferred but not required. Other Minimum Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills: Ability to remain calm when dealing with difficult people and crisis situations. Interprets with highest degree of accuracy and completeness in consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation modes. Flexible to meet scheduling needs and handle often unpredictable changes.Good interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills Recruiter: KATHRYN LUSHER Recruiter Email: kjlusher@carilionclinic.org For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537. Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) Paid Time Off (accrued from day one) Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse Discounts on childcare Continued education and training In our workplace, we're devoted to the success of our employees. No matter where you are in your career, we will help you continue to learn, grow, and share your knowledge with others. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Join an organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, fully dedicated, and forever curious. Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, and multi-specialty physician practices spanning southwestern Virginia. Join us and begin your career in a place where every day is a new adventure of creating the future of health care.

Responsibilities

Provides accurate language interpreting services for patients to ensure effective communication with healthcare providers. Maintains strict confidentiality of patient information and promotes a positive patient care experience.