• Interpreter - Spanish - PRN - As Needed - Jeff Hwy

    Ochsner Health (New Orleans, LA)


    We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate,** **and innovate. We believe** **that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

     

    At Ochsner, whether you work with patients** **every day** **or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

     

    This job provides accurate interpretive services required by local and international Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients and their families, Ochsner Health System staff and lay personnel to facilitate effective communication. Assumes responsibility for all aspects related to LEP patients seeking medical care and treatment at Ochsner Health System.

    Education

    Required - High School diploma or equivalent

     

    Preferred – Two years of college

    Work Experience

    Required - None

     

    Preferred – Two years interpretive experience

     

    Certification

     

    Preferred- Interpreter certification

    Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

    + Excellent and fluent verbal and written communications in both English and the required language

    + Knowledge and ability to communicate medical terminology in both English and the required language

    + Interpersonal skills necessary in order to establish and maintain professional and cooperative relations with internal and external customers

    + Self-directed including the ability to work independently and make sound judgments in order to resolve problems and concerns in a timely manner

    Job Duties

    + Provide accurate verbal and written interpretation/translation services for Ochsner patients, family members, staff and others

    + Provides excellent customer service through effective communication

    + Assist patients throughout their visit from arrival to departure

    + The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only.

     

    They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

     

    Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

     

    Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

     

    Physical and Environmental Demands

     

    The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

     

    Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.

     

    The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

     

    Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

     

    _Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website._

     

    _Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position_ _: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington,_ _and Washington D.C._

     

    _Ochsner Health endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 (select option 1) or_** **[email protected]_** **_. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications._

     

    Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.