Interpreter - Spanish; Brooklyn Park Clinic

Position: Interpreter - Spanish (Brooklyn Park Clinic)
Job Description Interpreter - Spanish (Brooklyn Park Clinic)  (252049)
** Purpose of this position:
** Provides spoken language interpretation services in a variety of settings to facilitate communication between Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients, their companions, and Hennepin Health System (HHS) providers and team members.
** RESPONSIBILITIES:
*** Precisely and accurately interprets between LEP patients, companions, and providers or other healthcare team members, face-to-face or via remote modalities (such as telephone or video)
* Provides non-complex document translation services between the target and source languages
* Shares relevant cultural information with all parties involved and collaborates to the goal of full patient/provider understanding, providing equitable access and healthcare outcomes for LEP patients
* Maintains strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HHS policies and HIPAA
* Accurately documents and bills interpreter services provided
* Maintains basic computer skills to complete job functions using various software, including EMR (Electronic Medical Record)
* Supports departmental and organizational initiatives around language access by working constructively in a team, participating in program functions, and performing tasks as requested by the department leadership, such as participating in training new team members and in-service training for existing team members as needed
* Assists with coordination of the deployment of language services, as needed
* Adheres to National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) medical interpreter standards of practice and code of ethics. Demonstrates honest and ethical conduct
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* SUMMARY:

** We are currently seeking an
** Interpreter
* * to join our Interpreter Services team. This full-time position will work weekdays on-site at our Brooklyn Park Community Clinic.
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

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* Minimum Qualifications:

* High School diploma or GED
* 12 months of interpreting experience in healthcare
* Enrolled in MDH, Minnesota Department of Health Interpreter Roster
* 40-hour interpreter skills-based training such as Bridging the Gap or The Community Interpreter and successful completion of one of the interpreter competencies tests for spoken languages,  + (1) Language Line:
Interpreter Skills Test or Medical Certification Test  + (2) Pacific Interpreters:
Two test versions are accepted. On Medical Skills Report Level 3, a score of Competent or Outstanding in the categories of "Bilingual Fluency and Conversion Skills" and "Interpreting Skills." On the Interpreter Readiness Assessment Report Level 2, a score of Competent or Outstanding in the single score category of "Bilingual Fluency and Conversion Skills."  + (3) Cyracom's Interpreter Skills Assessment.  

+ (4) Or any approved test of healthcare interpreting skills conducted by an independent third-party entity, as they represent a more rigorous level of overall interpreter skills testing.

OR
* National certification by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
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* National certification by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI)

Preferred Qualifications:

* Certificate in Translation and Interpreting from the University of Minnesota
* Associates Degree or Certificate/Diploma in Translation and Interpreting from Century College, or Certificate of Competency from an approved Interpreter/Translator training program
* National Certification in healthcare interpretation
* National Boards for Certified Medical Interpreters (NBCMI)
* Commission of Certified Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
* Equivalent program or degree
* Associate or Bachelor's degree
* Previous experience in healthcare

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing
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** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering…