Temporary Contract Foreign Language Interpreter Ii

Employee serves as interpreter to ensure the same quantity and quality of health services are provided to the Spanish-speaking clients as to the English-speaking clients. Employee is responsible for assisting nurses, physician, physician extenders, nutritionists, social workers and health educators in translating health histories, present medical problems, personal data and health education instructions and materials from English to Spanish for the clients. The interpreter is the conduit for all communication between the provider and the client.

Provide direct dental/medical interpretation as well as written translation services for Alamance County Health Department Children's Dental Clinic. Duties include but are not limited to: interpreting for interaction/communication between Spanish-speaking clients and English-speaking staff; assist Dentists, Dental Assistants, Hygienist, clerical and other agency staff with interpreting/translating health histories (includes interpreting/translating confidential dental/medical terminology), present dental/medical problems, personal data, counseling, health education instructions and materials for Spanish-speaking clients, in clinical settings. Work with agency staff in the organization and implementation of special events such as health fairs, mobile clinic, etc. that provide outreach to Spanish speaking communities. Provide education and/or classes for clients and staff, orally and/or in writing, to meet agency and patient care needs. Represent the Health Department on community planning groups that work with the Spanish speaking population and serve as a referral source when appropriate. 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. Assist 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.

Ability to proficiently read, write and interpret/translate in English and Spanish. Ability to communicate effectively in both languages with a wide range of individuals and settings. Knowledge of office equipment such as use of personal computer. Ability to use proper grammar and correct spelling. Considerable experience in dealing with the public, both in person and on the phone; good communication skills; ability to work as a team; ability to perform duties in an active environment; ability to follow instructions and interpret rules and regulations; ability to gather information and document accurately under confidential circumstances; ability to prioritize duties; meet deadlines; ability to take and record accurate measurements; general knowledge of office practices and computer literate; knowledge of nutrition and medical terminology.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High school graduation and one year of experience in a health care or human services setting with demonstrated fluency in English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications: 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.

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: Valid N.C. driver's license and have access to a personal vehicle.

Health Department Core Values:

Alamance County Health Department is committed to maintaining and providing services with our core values in mind- Integrity, Accountability, Communication, Compassion and Teamwork.

With these core values in mind, our staff have worked to exemplify my three guiding expectations- Be Nice, Have Fun, and Prevent Harm. A Message From Our Director - Alamance County Health (alamance-nc.com)

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 F
Sit F
Manually Manipulate C
Reach Outward F
Reach above Shoulder O
Climb O
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel O
Bend O
Lift/Carry
10 lbs. or less F
11-20 lbs. F
21-50 lbs. O
51-100 lbs. O
Over 100 lbs. N

Push/Pull

12 lbs. or less F
13-25 lbs. F
26-40 lbs. O
41-100 lbs. O

Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)

May be exposed to blood or body fluids in the performance of job duties.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Visit www.alamance-nc.com, click "Online Services" then select "Jobs." Click on the specified job title to view the announcement and click "Apply Now" to submit an online application. Call (336) 570-4034 for questions or if unable to apply online.

SELECTION PROCESS: Selection will be by structured interview. Applications will be reviewed to select the best-qualified applicants for admission to interview.