Interpreter

Indiana University Health System • Indianapolis, IN

8h

About The Position

Description Provides support to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) patients, families, and medical staff providing care. Administers care to designated patients and provides support to the care team under the direction of the clinical nurse. Serves as the liaison between clinical, medical staff and patients and/or families. Assures care of patients and families is reflective of IU Health's values.

Requirements

• Requires high level of oral and written fluency in English and target language (i.e. Spanish, American Sign Language, or Burmese languages).
• Requires knowledge and cultural understanding of target communities (i.e. Hispanic/Latino, deaf, or Burmese communities).
• Requires knowledge of diverse medical terminology in English and target language.
• May require additional training and appropriate certification in language interpretation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Requires Medical Interpreter Certification when available.
• Prior interpreting experience in target language (i.e. Spanish, American Sign Languages, or Burmese languages) in a medical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) patients, families, and medical staff providing care.
• Administers care to designated patients and provides support to the care team under the direction of the clinical nurse.
• Serves as the liaison between clinical, medical staff and patients and/or families.
• Assures care of patients and families is reflective of IU Health's values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time