Intermountain Health
Vietnamese Medical Interpreter PRN
Intermountain Health, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Job Description
Coordinates and delivers both interpretation (oral) and translation (written) services for individuals with limited English proficiency across all Intermountain Health facilities and virtual services.
Essential Functions
Interpret medical and general information with the highest degree of accuracy and completeness in consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation modes for patients, families, and Intermountain Health staff, using appropriate communication methods according to the individual’s developmental age and mental condition.
Interpret complex medical information, demonstrating expert knowledge of medical terminology and the healthcare system.
Act as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Render unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the proper cultural context.
Adhere to the National Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for Healthcare Interpreters, demonstrating knowledge of HIPAA, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Section 1557 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Manage time productively, displaying a proactive approach to the job. Respond to requests in a timely manner and provide staff with an estimated time of arrival for interpretation assignments. Refer staff to phone or video interpretation per guidelines.
Use computer, software, and electronic tools for research, data entry and other communication purposes within the work environment. Maintain accurate and complete records of all interpretation events. Ensure data across multiple platforms or sources is consistent and accurate.
Translate written material into one of more languages, ensuring meaning, context, and localization are maintained. Complete assignments in a timely manner and with a high degree of accuracy.
Skills
Professional ethics and communication
Basic computer and data entry skills
Collaboration/Teamwork
Time Management
Critical thinking
Situational awareness
Medical Terminology
Cultural Communications
Medical Knowledge
Language Interpretation and Translation
Posting Specifics
Pay Range: $21.70 - $31.90
Benefits Eligible: No
Shift Details: Part Time/PRN - 0 Hours
Location: Primary Children's Hospital - SLC campus
Shift Details: Variable hours, schedule will be discussed in interview.
Required Qualifications
Successful completion of a pre-hire skills assessment.
Excellent oral and written command of both source and target language(s) to obtain a “Professional Proficiency” or Level 3 in the ILR scale (or equivalent as approved by Manager), including specialized healthcare terminology.
Perform consecutive, simultaneous and Sight Translation with a high degree of accuracy in both languages.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task.
Demonstrated interpersonal verbal and written communication skills to function as part of a team and the flexibility and good judgement to work independently.
Certificate of completion from a 40‑hr Professional Medical Interpreter course.
For candidates who do not meet the Professional Medical Interpreter course requirement
Hold an interpreting certification in a different field (e.g., court)
Hold a college degree in translation or working language
Have 2 years of experience as a professional interpreter
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of experience working as an interpreter in healthcare settings.
Bachelor’s Degree in Interpretation or Translation, Languages or Communications.
National Certification as a Healthcare or Medical Interpreter from either CCHI or NBCMI; In Utah: State Certified Medical Language Interpreter License by DOPL.
Completion of a college-level medical terminology course.
Knowledge of EPIC.
Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.
For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.
Location Intermountain Health Primary Children's Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Pay range: $21.70 - $31.90
Benefits We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits).
Equal Opportunity Statement Intermountain Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Recruitment Platform At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI‑enhanced recruitment process.
Additional Information All positions subject to close without notice.
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Essential Functions
Interpret medical and general information with the highest degree of accuracy and completeness in consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation modes for patients, families, and Intermountain Health staff, using appropriate communication methods according to the individual’s developmental age and mental condition.
Interpret complex medical information, demonstrating expert knowledge of medical terminology and the healthcare system.
Act as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Render unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the proper cultural context.
Adhere to the National Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for Healthcare Interpreters, demonstrating knowledge of HIPAA, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Section 1557 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Manage time productively, displaying a proactive approach to the job. Respond to requests in a timely manner and provide staff with an estimated time of arrival for interpretation assignments. Refer staff to phone or video interpretation per guidelines.
Use computer, software, and electronic tools for research, data entry and other communication purposes within the work environment. Maintain accurate and complete records of all interpretation events. Ensure data across multiple platforms or sources is consistent and accurate.
Translate written material into one of more languages, ensuring meaning, context, and localization are maintained. Complete assignments in a timely manner and with a high degree of accuracy.
Skills
Professional ethics and communication
Basic computer and data entry skills
Collaboration/Teamwork
Time Management
Critical thinking
Situational awareness
Medical Terminology
Cultural Communications
Medical Knowledge
Language Interpretation and Translation
Posting Specifics
Pay Range: $21.70 - $31.90
Benefits Eligible: No
Shift Details: Part Time/PRN - 0 Hours
Location: Primary Children's Hospital - SLC campus
Shift Details: Variable hours, schedule will be discussed in interview.
Required Qualifications
Successful completion of a pre-hire skills assessment.
Excellent oral and written command of both source and target language(s) to obtain a “Professional Proficiency” or Level 3 in the ILR scale (or equivalent as approved by Manager), including specialized healthcare terminology.
Perform consecutive, simultaneous and Sight Translation with a high degree of accuracy in both languages.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task.
Demonstrated interpersonal verbal and written communication skills to function as part of a team and the flexibility and good judgement to work independently.
Certificate of completion from a 40‑hr Professional Medical Interpreter course.
For candidates who do not meet the Professional Medical Interpreter course requirement
Hold an interpreting certification in a different field (e.g., court)
Hold a college degree in translation or working language
Have 2 years of experience as a professional interpreter
Preferred Qualifications
Two years of experience working as an interpreter in healthcare settings.
Bachelor’s Degree in Interpretation or Translation, Languages or Communications.
National Certification as a Healthcare or Medical Interpreter from either CCHI or NBCMI; In Utah: State Certified Medical Language Interpreter License by DOPL.
Completion of a college-level medical terminology course.
Knowledge of EPIC.
Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.
Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.
For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.
Location Intermountain Health Primary Children's Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Pay range: $21.70 - $31.90
Benefits We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits).
Equal Opportunity Statement Intermountain Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Recruitment Platform At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI‑enhanced recruitment process.
Additional Information All positions subject to close without notice.
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