American Sign Language Interpreter, Fch - Language Services

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Location: US:

WI:

MANITOWOC at our FROEDTERT HOLY FAMILY MEM HOSP facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 0.500000

Shift: 1 (Monday - Friday, 1st shift. Flexibility with start and end of shift to meet business needs)

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.

• Minimum of 1 year experience in providing medical interpreting to Deaf and hard of hearing patients in a professional setting is required.
• 3 years of directly related experience preferred.
• Experience at a Level I Trauma Center is preferred.

• Certification recognized by RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) is required.
• A Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience is required for certification as an ASL interpreter.

• Bilingual in English and the language to be interpreted.
• Solid knowledge of medical terminology and competence in communicating the meaning of terms.
• Ability to interpret diagnostic processes, treatments, procedures, preventive care, and be culturally competent.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to perform under stressful situations and medical emergencies.
• Formal interpreter training preferred.
• Proven medical interpreting experience preferred.

• State of Wisconsin, Department of Safety and Professional Services license is required.
• RID certification is required.

Froedtert Health offers various perks & benefits, including:

• Paid time off
• Career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, CEU opportunities
• Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, discounts, and more

Our health network supports a shared mission of patient care, innovation, research, and education, operating eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and Level I Trauma center. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations during the application process, contact us at .