• Sign Language Certified Medical Interpreter

    University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA)


    Facilitates effective and clear communication between hearing and deaf/hard of hearing patients their families and Health System staff.

     

    + Conducts medical and general interpreting and/or transliterating for deaf or hard of hearing staff patients and their families.

    + Performs a variety of administrative tasks training and education within the Health System.

    + In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

     

    Position Compensation Range: $48.00 - $48.00 Hourly

    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

    Education: High school graduate or equivalent required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Completion of accredited interpreter training program required.

     

    Experience: No experience required.

     

    Licensure: Virginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing VQAS performance assessment Level III (medical interpreter) or higher or similar certification from another state.

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    Job requires frequently traveling (distance: 1 mile). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly.

     

    _The_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._