On-Call REACH Clinic Spanish Interpreter

On-Call REACH Clinic Spanish Interpreter

Requisition

Position Grade 09

Position Summary:

The Division of Physical Therapy is seeking a Spanish interpreter to assist at a physical therapy lab (REACH) that offers free services to uninsured and underinsured populations. The clinic operates every Thursday evening on North campus from 3:30 - 7:30PM during fall and spring semesters. Applicants should be committed to attending every Thursday evening during fall and spring semesters from October through April.

• Verbal interpretation between physical therapy students and Spanish‑speaking lab participants.
• Assisting with intake and consent forms.
• Interpreting medical intake forms for students.
• Typing Spanish instructions for home exercise programs and other patient education documents.

• Must successfully pass the UNMH Interpreter/Translator Medical Qualification Test.
• Must submit post‑offer pre‑employment physical examination and medical history check.

• High school diploma or GED; at least 2 years of related experience.
• Interpreter/Translator Certificate and/or Certificate of Competency from an approved training program.
• Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution above the minimum education may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

• Certified Spanish‑language interpreter.
• Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to conduct self professionally and cordially.

• Basic understanding of medical terminology in Spanish.
• Basic understanding of the healthcare system.

Resume, cover letter addressing qualifications, and Certification of Spanish‑language interpreter.

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