Language Services Associate

Nebraska Medicine • Omaha, NE

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide and coordinate oral interpretation and written translation services for patients, families, customers, and staff of the clinical enterprise.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years' experience with language translation in both verbal and written communication required.
• High school education or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in a health care setting required.
• Completion of an approved Medical Interpreter Training Course within 60 days of hire or transfer date required (Training provided within the department onboarding process).
• Fluency in both verbal and written communication of the English and Spanish languages as well as familiarity with target cultures and customs required.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to organize and manage multiple concurrent tasks required.
• Proficiency with computer programs for Microsoft Word, Excel, and Spanish Word required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in languages, health care, or related field is preferred.
• Previous completion of an approved Medical Interpreter training course preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with Propio One (telephone service), statistical databases, and video relay interpretation equipment preferred.

Benefits

• Up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance
• 35% discount at Clarkson College
• Career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED