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FROEDTERT HEALTH American Sign Language Interpreter FCH in MANITOWOC, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Discover. Achieve. Succeed. #BeHere Location: US:WI:MANITOWOC at our FROEDTERT HOLY FAMILY MEM HOSP facility. This job is ON - SITE. Travel expectations throughout the Froedtert system to meet the business needs of our hospitals and clinics. FTE: 0.500000 Shift: 1 (Monday - Friday, 1st shift. Flexibility with start and end of shift to meet business needs) Job Summary: To facilitate culturally and linguistically competent communication between individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing and medical providers in a manner that promotes patient safety and confidentiality. Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION: Minimum of one year experience in providing medical interpreting to Deaf and hard of hearing patients in a professional setting is required. Three years directly related experience is preferred. Experience at a Level I Trauma Center preferred.EDUCATION DESCRIPTION: Certification recognized by RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) is required. RID requires a bachelors degree or equivalent experience for certification as an interpreter of American Sign Language (ASL).SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION: Must be bilingual in English and language to be interpreted. Solid knowledge of medical terminology and competence in communicating the meaning of terms. Strong ability to interpret diagnostic processes, treatments, procedures, preventive care, and be culturally competent. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, their families and health care providers. Ability to perform under stressful situations and medical emergencies. Formal interpreter training preferred. Proven linguistic abilities in medical interpreting experience preferred. LICENSURE DESCRIPTION: State of Wisconsin, Department of Safety and Professional Services license is required. Certification recognized by RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf). Valid Wisconsin Drivers Licenses required. Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following: Paid time off Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin Referral bonuses Retirement plan - 403b Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics Employee Assistance Programs,... For full info follow application link. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. As a federal contractor/subcontractor, we take affirmative action in employment based on race, sex, disability and status as a protected veteran. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/743CBA137E2D4F69