Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position provides foreign language interpretation, written translation and assists in education for non-English speaking customers, students or participants of the organization. Challenges include accurately interpreting and communicating information in an unbiased, clear and concise manner with patients, families, healthcare staff and physicians.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Interprets communication between the staff and non-English speaking population.
Translates written educational materials and documents in accordance with readability guidelines.
Follows up with the non-English speaking population to inquire about the status of individual patients and answers questions.
Assists the non-English speaking population in completing medical, financial and related forms.
Escorts non-English speaking population to the appropriate service area.
May provide patient education and discharge planning in conjunction with nursing and rehabilitation staff.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret and translate verbal and written text.
Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
Ability to work independently in an efficient, productive manner maintaining composure and sensitivity in accordance with the environment of health care services.
Qualifications
Required
- Associate's degree in a foreign language, or equivalency.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare processes.
Previous experience providing interpretation or translation services in a healthcare environment.
Completion of a recognized medical interpreter training program.
National medical interpreter certification is preferred.
Specific qualifications may vary based on the department, patient population, and operational needs of the position.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
This position is primarily performed in a healthcare environment and may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking throughout the facility. The employee may occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
The position may require travel between patient care areas and exposure to the routine environmental conditions of a healthcare setting. Night-shift work, including weekends and holidays, may be required based on departmental needs.
Physical Requirements
Color Determination, Far Vision, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected]
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85195
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Night
Work Schedule Monday to Friday, one weekend per QT day shift
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name University of Utah Hospital
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department UUH CST 16K INTERP SRVCS
Category Patient Service/Transportation
Workplace Set Up On-site
