Foreign Language Interpreter Ii

Within this position the employee will provide direct medical interpretation as well as written translation services for Alamance County Health Department programs which includes clinical, dental, environmental health and home visiting services.
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• Interprets for interaction/communication between Spanish-speaking clients and English-speaking staff.
• Assists nutritionists, nurses, physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, clerical and other agency staff with interpreting/translating health histories (includes interpreting/translating confidential medical terminology),
• Presents medical problems, personal data, counseling, health education instructions and materials for Spanish-speaking clients, either in clinical, patient home or work settings.
• Works with agency staff in the organization and implementation of special events such as health fairs, vaccination programs, etc. that provide outreach to Spanish speaking communities.
• Provides education and/or classes for clients and staff, orally and/or in writing, to meet agency and patient care needs.
• Assists in research studies and be the lead for working with Spanish population.
• Represents the Health Department on community planning groups that work with the Spanish speaking population and serve as a referral source when appropriate.
• Cross trains to assist coverage of other agency duties which may include but is not limited to patient registration/check in, finance, patient appointment scheduling, medical records and staffing the information booth.
• Interpreters may also assist with clinic flow, answering phones, faxing, copying, performing patient reminder calls, entering patient information into the computer, maintaining patient educational materials and assisting with clinic room supplies.
• Assists as needed with agency emergency response efforts, communicable disease outbreak investigations and emergency shelter coverage.

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Compassion - Ability to show kindness, empathy and genuine care.
• Honesty - Ability to be truthful, maintain high level of confidentiality and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Integrity - Trustworthiness to a degree that one is incapable of being false to a trust, responsibility or pledge.
• Judgment - Ability to use good judgment and discretion as it relates to following policies and procedures.
• Safety-Minded - Creating a safe work environment; managing risks; reducing exposure liabilities.
• Teamwork - Ability to work with others successfully and productively for the common cause and desired end goal.

Education & Experience:High school graduation and one year of experience in a health care or human services setting with demonstrated fluency in English and Spanish required, preferred qualifications include graduation from a four-year college or university or completion of a two-year community college interpreter program, and/or certification of CHI or CMI. Candidate must have the ability to proficiently read, write and interpret/translate in English and Spanish with effective communication skills including the ability to use proper grammar and correct spelling. Considerable experience in dealing with the public, both in person and on the phone in required.
Computer Skills:Prior computer skills experience with Microsoft Windows.
License/Credentials:Possession of a NC valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day)
Physical Demands
Stand F
Walk O
Sit F
Manually Manipulate C
Reach Outward F
Reach Above Shoulder O
Climb O
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel O
Bend O
Talk/Hear C
See C
Taste/Smell O
Lift/Carry
10 lbs. or less F
11-20 lbs. O
21-50 lbs. O
51-100 lbs. O
Over 100 lbs. N
Push/Pull
12 lbs. or less F
13-25 lbs. O
26-40 lbs. O
41-100 lbs. O
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)
Work Environment
Subject to inside environmental conditions such as temperature changes. May be exposed to blood or body fluids in performance of job duties.Employment Type: Full-time