Part-Time Dental Clinic Interpreter (Spanish Speaking)
About The Position
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships. The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community. You belong here. See why you will love working at NWTC. Department: Health Sciences - College of Allied Health Reports To: Academic Operations Manager LOCATION: Green Bay STANDARD HOURS: 8-12 hours per week; depending on the hours of operation in the Dental Assistant Clinic and the Dental Hygiene Clinic. Scheduled to be determined at the time of hire; flexibility required to meet the needs of our students/customers. STARTING RATE OF PAY: $16.36 per hour
Requirements
- Technical Diploma or Associate Degree
- 2 years of prior customer service/administrative work experience; ideally within the Dental industry.
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to read, write and speak fluently in Spanish and English
- An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Two years’ experience as a Spanish/English interpreter is preferred.
- Workday preferred; Knowledge of Dental Software (Dentrix) preferred.
- Certificate in the completion of an Interpreter Training Program or the passing of a Certified Interpreter Exam preferred.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate cross-cultural communication for non-English speaking dental patients during the appointment including translating patient care interactions between the patient, student, faculty, and dentist, and assisting with completion of health questionnaire forms.
- Assist with patient appointment scheduling and confirmation for non-English speaking Dental patients.
- Assist with translation of dental and medical forms and procedural signages for the Dental Assistant and Dental Hygiene Clinics.
- Adhere to HIPAA privacy laws to protect the confidentiality of patient information.
- Communicate dental clinic services, protocols, and limitations to non-English speaking patients.
Benefits
- Benefits of working at NWTC are measurable in ways such as motivation for improved personal and professional relationships and a cohesive work environment.
- We provide our employees with a high-quality compensation and benefits package and professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
