Medical Interpreter 1, Tigrinya

Seattle, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Harborview Medical Centers Interpreter Services Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Interpreter Tigrinya.

WORK SCHEDULE

40 hours per week
Day shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Enable patient(s) to access medical care
Be a part of a team dedicated to improving language access

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide oral sight and written interpretation for target language(s)
Transmit information accurately between patient and provider or staff
Encourage direct communication between patient and provider or staff
Manage complexity of cross-cultural encounter
Provide sight translation in the presence of a provider and/or other medical staff
Assist patients to complete medical financial or other forms

REQUIREMENTS

High school graduation or equivalent AND two years interpretation experience in a clinic or hospital setting
AND medical interpreter certification or qualification either from Washington State Department of Social and Health Services the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters or the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the regions only Level I Trauma and verified burn center Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis including emergency medicine trauma and burn care neurosciences ophthalmology vascular surgery HIV/AIDS rehabilitation mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$58200.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$83328.00 annual

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position visit Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

Job DescriptionHarborview Medical Centers Interpreter Services Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Interpreter Tigrinya.WORK SCHEDULE40 hours per weekDay shiftPOSITION HIGHLIGHTSEnable patient(s) to access medical careBe a part of a team dedicated to improving language accessPRIM...