Join Dell Medical School as a Healthcare Interpreter, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring effective communication between deaf clinicians and patients. Your expertise will enhance patient care and academic practice, making a significant impact in the healthcare community.
Key Responsibilities
Interpret for Deaf and Hard of Hearing clinicians in their interactions with patients and staff
Interpret complex medical and personal information
Assist in coordination of schedule for language access services
Work as a team with other interpreters
Communicate with faculty, staff, trainees, and visitors
Enhance community outreach through partnerships
Maintain position-related documentation
Engage in professional development activities
Undergo health care maintenance as necessary
Read and respond to electronic mail in a timely manner
Required Qualifications
Current RID and/or NIC and/or Texas BEI certification
At least 5 years of professional interpreting experience in healthcare settings
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, ASL, and oral communication skills
Flexibility and good judgement
Highly developed sense of discretion
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Professional appearance and demeanor
History of regular and punctual attendance
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
More than 5 years of experience as an interpreter working frequently with deaf medical professionals