Bosnian Interpreter Resource
Grand Rapids, MI 
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Posted 14 days ago
Job Description

Job Summary

Must be onsite in West Michigan, and surrounding areas. Not a virtual or remote position. This position requires travel to multiple Corewell Health locations.

Provide concise and accurate oral interpretations for spoken languages for Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients, their families, and Corewell Health employees in-person, over-the-phone, and via videoconferencing throughout the hospital and clinics.

Essential Functions

  • Ability to interpret source target language in a variety of health care settings. From surgical and medical procedures; transplant teaching, discharge instructions, consent forms and hospital policies to patients and their families in conjunction with medical and nursing staff.

  • Provides interpreting and translation services in accordance with Corewell Health policies and procedures and the National Council on Interpreters In Health Care (NCIHC) Code of Ethics governing the profession of interpretation.

  • Maintains assignment log current for documentation purposes.

  • Assists with the on-boarding process of new staff as well as providing shadowing opportunities for people interested in profession, etc.

  • Assist with dispatching interpreter requests during weekend and off hours.

  • Maintains certification current by keeping up with continuing education credits and adhering to certification renewal deadlines.

  • Ability to interpret over-the-phone or via video for long periods of time. Ability to walk extensively throughout the workday.

  • Ability to communicate effectively throughout the work day with Language Services schedulers. Demonstrated ability to interact with people in a sensitive, tactful, patient and discrete manner.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • 1 year of relevant experience providing interpreting services

  • 40 hour Interpreter Training

  • LIC-Driver's License - State of Michigan

  • CRT-Auto Insurance

  • Language Assessment for Languages with no National Certification and CHI-Core Required if none present, within 6 months after hire

PREFERRED

  • Associate's Degree or equivalent

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

  • 1 year of relevant experience in a health care setting

        Primary Location

        SITE - Butterworth Hospital - 100 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

        Department Name

        Language Services - GR

        Employment Type

        Part time

        Shift

        Weekly Scheduled Hours

        8

        Hours of Work

        8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

        Days Worked

        Variable

        Weekend Frequency

        Variable weekends

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        Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

        Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

        An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

        You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.


        Beaumont Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

         

        Job Summary
        Company
        Start Date
        As soon as possible
        Employment Term and Type
        Regular, Part Time
        Required Education
        High School or Equivalent
        Required Experience
        1+ years
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