In Person Spanish Interpreter: Part Time

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　　How to Apply

　　A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

　　Summary

　　This 20-hour/week in-person position serves as a health care interpreter for our patients and staff who are in need of language services. You'll work in a dynamic environment in a medical setting with new challenges every single day and work alongside a collaborative team of other Interpreters with diverse backgrounds. As the interpreter, you will convey health care information between monolingual speakers while complying with all Interpreter Services and Michigan Medicine policies and procedures. You will follow all aspects of confidentiality set forth by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements regarding patient confidentiality. You will also need to have a passing performance of competencies listed in the National Standards of Practice and the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care according to the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC). You will need to travel within our main hospital and its satellite locations including those outside of Washtenaw County.

　　You'll also have the opportunity to participate in committees and complete projects as assigned.

　　What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to?

　　Flexible schedule

　　We offer free continuing education credits

　　Career ladder with promotional opportunities

　　We will provide you with an iPad, a laptop, and necessary equipment in order for you to perform your job duties.

　　Mission Statement

　　Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

　　Why Join Michigan Medicine?

　　Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

　　What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

　　Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

　　2:1 Match on retirement savings

　　Responsibilities*

　　You will facilitate delivery of language services to Limited English proficient (LEP) patients and English-speaking providers

　　You will work with other members of the Interpreter Services staff to coordinate and schedule appointments

　　You will provide sight and written translation of Michigan Medicine documents for patients as needed

　　You will document patient encounters according to department standards and comply with all Michigan Medicine and Interpreter Services policies and procedures

　　Communicate Interpreter Services resources and protocols to hospital staff and patients

　　Adhere to the National Standards of Practice and the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care according to the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC)

　　You will need to travel between our main hospital and its satellite locations

　　Perform other duties as assigned

　　Required Qualifications*

　　Associate?s degree in a healthcare field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Oral and written fluency in English and Spanish

　　Certificate from a nationality recognized Medical Interpreting course encompassing at least 40 hours of training

　　Knowledge of medical terminology in English and Spanish

　　Must pass a 3rd party Language and Interpreting Assessment

　　PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

　　This position requires frequent standing/walking, positioning during an interpreting encounter and driving to and from appointments during day and night hours.

　　Desired Qualifications*

　　National Certification as a Healthcare Interpreter from CCHI or NBCMI

　　Health care interpreting experience preferred

　　Excellent organizational skills

　　Proven customer service abilities

　　Experience using scheduling databases

　　Works well in a multicultural environment

　　Background Screening

　　Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

　　In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.

　　Application Deadline

　　Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

　　U-M EEO/AA Statement

　　The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

　　Job Detail

　　Job Opening ID

　　244319

　　Working Title

　　In Person Spanish Interpreter: Part Time

　　Job Title

　　Interpreter Healthcare

　　Work Location

　　Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

　　Ann Arbor, MI

　　Full/Part Time

　　Part-Time

　　Regular/Temporary

　　Regular

　　FLSA Status

　　Nonexempt

　　Organizational Group

　　Um Hospital

　　Department

　　MM Interpreters Program

　　Posting Begin/End Date

　　1/22/2024 - 1/21/2025

　　Salary

　　$19,965.00 - $29,945.00

　　Career Interest

　　Patient Care Services

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