Facilitates effective and clear communication between non-English speaking patients their families and Health System staff.

Conducts medical and general interpreting for limited English 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.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School or equivalent required. Bridging the Gap Interpreting Course or 40-hour equivalent course required.

Experience: One year of medical interpreting experience required. Two or more years of medical interpreting experience preferred. Ability to perform consecutive interpreting (written and sight) required. Simultaneous interpretation preferred.  

Licensure: Required within 1 year of employment from one of the following certifying organizations. NBCMI: National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters CCHI: Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

Position Compensation Range: $16.97 - $33.94 Hourly

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Certification and education support

Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.