Full Job Description

Why North Florida Medical Center
North Florida Medical Center is a multispecialty clinic treating patients for Family Medicine, Pain Management, Chiropractic and Physical Therapy. We are your families one stop shop for medical treatment. We pride ourselves in not only treating our patients at the highest level but also creating a work environment our team is able to proud of.

Position description
Serves as communicator between patients, physicians and allied staff, translating their conversation accurately. Utilizes language skills and demonstrates competency in the target language, as well as in English. Explains cultural differences or practices to ensure complete understanding. Participates actively as a member of the Patient Care Team.

Qualifications
Interpreter:
1. A minimum of two years of college level education preferred.
2. Fluency in English and the Spanish required.
3. Applicants will be expected to pass skill screening tests for language and translating proficiency during interview process.
5. Must be certified interpreter or obtain certification within 12 months from date of hire.

EXPERIENCE:
Interpreter:
1. Must possess basic understanding of medical protocol and terminology.
2. Must possess ability to understand and explain complex medical concepts.
3. Two years experience in computer programs, such as word processing required.

Additional qualifications
COMPETENCY: JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Interpreter:
1. Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
2. Must demonstrate ability and desire to work well with people of different cultures, customs, and educational levels.
3. Must respect cultural diversities and differences.
4. Must demonstrate ability to remain calm when in emotionally charged situations.

Exemption status
Non-exempt

Compensation Detail
This position has a predetermined rate of $17 - $20/hour

Benefits eligible
No

Schedule
Supplemental/On-call/Per Diem

Hours / Pay period
varies

Schedule details
Flexibility required, primarily between the hours of 8am-7pm with some early morning and evening hours.

Weekend schedule
Rarely

International Assignment
No

Site description
Jacksonville is the largest city in area in the continental United States. A beautiful coastal Florida city that features excellent year-round climate, over 20 miles of beaches and outstanding outdoor recreational, cultural and family-oriented amenities. The “River City by the Sea” has an excellent school system, reasonable cost of living and a thriving business environment. Medical professionals and patients are drawn to Jacksonville by an extraordinary network of high-profile healthcare facilities. Jacksonville continues to grow as more people relocate from all over the U.S. and abroad, to see what the great River City has to offer!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Language:

• Portuguese (Required)

Work Location: In person