Interpreter
About The Position
Blue Ridge Health is currently seeking an Interpreter to be part of our Language Support Team. Newly hired Interpreters are eligible for a $500.00 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment $19.20 hourly- Entry Level Pay – Opportunities for Salary and Career Advancement Available! What We Offer You: A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage 403(b) retirement account with company matching Supplemental accident insurance available 9 paid holidays per year PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!) Flexible scheduled available What You'll Do: The Interpreter will provide accurate written and oral language support services for patients, and internal staff.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year prior interpreting service experience in a healthcare setting preferred
- Bilingual with fluency in English and Spanish, both written and oral communication
- Familiarity with utilizing Microsoft office products (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Familiarity with utilizing multi-line phone systems, copier, scanner, fax and other office equipment.
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
Nice To Haves
- Interpreting/Translating Certifications preferred - Opportunity to obtain National Medical Interpreter Certification if not currently certified (we can help you get it - ask us how!)
Responsibilities
- Interprets for medical providers/staff and patients
- Maintains monthly log of service activity
- Interprets from English to Spanish, vice versa
- Maintains current knowledge base of medical, dental and behavioral health terminology
- Completes annual certification
- Follows guidelines for accurate interpreting of information
- Receives and answers calls from patients
- Assists patients scheduling appointments
- Assists patients relaying messages/information to their medical providers
- Relays test results/messages to patients from their providers
- Follows proper guidelines to communicate information to patients in a compliant manner (HIPAA, etc.)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
- 403(b) retirement account with company matching
- Supplemental accident insurance available
- 9 paid holidays per year
- PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!)
- Flexible scheduled available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
