Half-time Spanish Translator, UI Health Care (100% remote)

Job Details

The Office of the Patient Experience Interpreter Services at UI Health Care has an opening for a half-time (50%) Spanish Translator. The Spanish Translator will:

• Provide written translation services in Spanish and English for patients and their families on an as needed basis
• Comply with departmental policies and procedures, and the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care
• Keep current with translation and health care knowledge base and pursue further enhancements of job-related knowledge.

This position is 100% remote. Remote work will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides accurate and effective translation of written documents, correspondence and brochures used by patients and families from English to Spanish and Spanish to English:

• Translates with accuracy and adheres to tone, style and register of original.
• Demonstrates knowledge of specialized terminology.
• Demonstrates knowledge of culture, traditions and customs.
• Demonstrates respect for all members of the University community in the course of performing duties and in response to administrators, supervisors, coworkers, and customers.

Provides information and consultation to interdisciplinary team members:

• Participates in team consultations as needed.
• Demonstrates understanding of role of translator and functions within role.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and uses University/Hospital resources.
• Fosters and promotes a welcoming and respectful work environment where people of all backgrounds and perspectives feel welcomed and appreciated.

Participates in activities and programs related to the Office of the Patient Experience (OPE):

• Conducts day-to-day problem solving.
• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and development.
• Represents the interests of the University and of OPE leadership in the use of resources to meet service and productivity demands within OPE and division goals and budgets; strives to promote continual process and quality improvement.

Performs other projects and tasks as assigned:

• Completes other projects or tasks within agreed-upon time.

Percent of Time: 50%, half-time

Work Schedule: Some flexibility between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Salary level 3A. Starting salary will be based on applicant's qualifications and relevant experience. To view the entire salary range for 3A:

Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at:

Education Required:

• A bachelor's degree in language(s) or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.

Experience Required:

• Fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish is necessary
• Previous experience translating medical documents from English to Spanish
• Familiarity with the various cultures involved is necessary.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and translate ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication methods
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation. Demonstrates high attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• 6 months' previous healthcare-related experience
• Familiarity with EMR (electronic medical record)
• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume work environment

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience with Epic

Application Process:

• Applicants must upload a current resume and a cover letter that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on July 12, or on date of closing.
• Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• This position is not eligible for University of Iowa sponsorship for employment authorization.
• For questions, contact Heidi Bodensteiner at ...@uiowa.edu

 The University of Iowa

 07/03/2024

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