What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL INTERPRETER 2, SPANISH (100%FTE, TUESDAY-SATURDAY, DAYS) position at UW Medicine?
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HARBORVIEW'S INTERPRETER SERVICES department has an outstanding opportunity for a MEDICAL INTERPRETER 2, SPANISH
WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week
Day Shift
Tuesday - Saturday
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Enable patient(s) to access medical care
Be a part of a team dedicated to improving language access
Job Responsibilities
Provide interpretation for target languages
Provide accurate rendition of a written text in one language to an oral message in another language
Provide accurate rendition of an oral message in one language to a written text in another language
Must be able to provide written translation, this includes both typed and handwritten text, and oral translation from one language to another
Manage complexity of cross-cultural encounter
Utilize/integrate ethical practice to guide behavior in all interpretations
Consult with provider prior to encounter
Assess patients' interpretation needs
Explain and clarify cultural behaviors
Requirements
High school graduation or equivalent AND three years interpretation and translation experience in a clinic or hospital setting
AND medical interpreter certification or qualification either from Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters, or the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters
OR
equivalent education/experience.
About Harborview Medical Center
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
About Uw Medicine - Where Your Impact Goes Further
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under
HARBORVIEW'S INTERPRETER SERVICES department has an outstanding opportunity for a MEDICAL INTERPRETER 2, SPANISH
WORK SCHEDULE
40 hours per week
Day Shift
Tuesday - Saturday
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Enable patient(s) to access medical care
Be a part of a team dedicated to improving language access
Job Responsibilities
Provide interpretation for target languages
Provide accurate rendition of a written text in one language to an oral message in another language
Provide accurate rendition of an oral message in one language to a written text in another language
Must be able to provide written translation, this includes both typed and handwritten text, and oral translation from one language to another
Manage complexity of cross-cultural encounter
Utilize/integrate ethical practice to guide behavior in all interpretations
Consult with provider prior to encounter
Assess patients' interpretation needs
Explain and clarify cultural behaviors
Requirements
High school graduation or equivalent AND three years interpretation and translation experience in a clinic or hospital setting
AND medical interpreter certification or qualification either from Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters, or the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters
OR
equivalent education/experience.
About Harborview Medical Center
As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.
Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.
Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
About Uw Medicine - Where Your Impact Goes Further
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under
