Language Cultural Educator
Job Description
Facility: Valleywise Health Medical Center
Department: Language Services
Schedule: Regular FT 40 Hours Per Week
Shifts: Varied
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Requires a high school diploma or GED, and must be a graduate of a Bilingual Assistant course or other accredited language interpretation certification program.
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A Bachelor's degree in Spanish, Language or Bilingual Education is preferred.
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Must have a minimum of three (3) years of healthcare interpretation experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
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Must have certificate of completion of a Bilingual Assistant course.
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Prefer certification through an accredited language interpretation certification program (e.g. Certification Commission of Healthcare Interpreters or National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters).
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Requires the ability to instruct, lecture and conduct written and oral tests for the Spanish Bilingual Assistant class, conversational Spanish classes.
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Must be bilingual in English and Spanish as spoken in the Southwestern US.
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Must have acute knowledge and understanding of cultural diversity and language of targeted populations.
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Requires knowledge of medical terminology in English and Spanish, interpretation techniques, interviewing and communication skills.
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Must be well versed in customer service and cultural competence.
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Requires excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
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Must have excellent presentation skills and ability to favorably represent Valleywise.
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Requires an understanding of linguistics and different cultures, and an understanding of Interpretation protocol and code of ethics.
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Must have good computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office, Excel and Powerpoint.
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Must have and maintain a high level of skill, proficiency and professionalism when interpreting.
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Due to the sensitive nature of much of the information processed by this position, a high degree of integrity and confidentiality must be maintained at all times.
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Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
Application Instructions
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Apply OnlinePay: $23.08 to $34.04/hour
$23.08 - $34.04
Posted: 3/9/2023
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: 38260