Interpreter/Translator

5 days ago


Loma Linda, California, United States Loma Linda University Health Full time
Description

Job Summary: The Interpreter/Translator provides competent and culturally sensitive Spanish in-person, telephone, and video-remote interpretation for patients and their families/caregivers with Limited English Proficiency (LEP).  Serves all sites licensed under Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) license.  Maintains working knowledge of all applicable state and federal regulations and organizational policies related to LEP.  Documents interpretation in medical record according to established guidelines.  Adheres to the Code of Professional Ethics and Standards of Practice developed by the California Healthcare Interpreters Association.  Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize customer service in a manner that supports excellence in customer service and safe patient care.  These services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals.  Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required.  Associate's Degree preferred. Minimum two years of experience as an interpreter in a healthcare setting using in-person, telephone, and video-remote interpretation required.

Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, as well as basic knowledge of cultural folk medicine required.  Strong customer service background required.  Bi-lingual and bi-cultural in English and Spanish required. Able to keyboard 40 wpm. Able to read, write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications: Proof of training in an accredited interpreter program required. National Translation Accreditation Language Competency or California State Interpreter Certification preferred.

 



  • Loma Linda, California, United States Loma Linda Full time

    Shared Services: Planning Design and Construction (Full-Time, Day Shift) -Job Summary: The Director-Healthcare Construction provides oversight and management for the department of Planning, Design and Construction (PDC), which includes all healthcare construction projects and associated staff in the Loma Linda University Shared Services entity. Reports to...


  • Loma Linda, California, United States Loma Linda University Health Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...


  • Yorba Linda, California, United States Zoetis Full time

    The Zoetis Veterinary Medicine Research & Development (VMRD) is seeking a talented PK/PD scientist to join our team to discover and develop novel therapeutics for veterinary medicine. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for designing, conducting, analyzing, and interpreting in vivo PK/PD studies in multiple species in support of projects...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Health Full time

    Job Summary: The Interpreter/Translator provides competent and culturally sensitive Spanish in-person, telephone, and video-remote interpretation for patients and their families/caregivers with Limited English Proficiency (LEP). Serves all sites licensed under Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) license. Maintains working knowledge of all applicable...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda Unv Shared Services Full time

    Planning Design and Construction (Full-time, Day Shift) -  Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness. The Director-Construction provides oversight and management for construction projects for Loma Linda University Shared...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Health Full time

    Shared Services: Planning Design and Construction (Full-Time, Day Shift) - Job Summary: The Director-Healthcare Construction provides oversight and management for the department of Planning, Design and Construction (PDC), which includes all healthcare construction projects and associated staff in the Loma Linda University Shared Services entity. Reports to...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...


  • Loma Linda, CA, United States Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...


  • Loma Linda, United States Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group Full time

    Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Hyperbaric, and Sleep Medicine is seeking a Pulmonary and Critical Care faculty with specific expertise and interest in pulmonary vascular disease to expand our Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) Program, a regional referral center caring for one of the largest PH populations in the...