Interpreter (Per Diem) - VARIED SHIFTS - Patient Relations
Company: Penn State Health
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionPenn State Health Lancaster Medical
CenterLocation: US:PA:LancasterWork Type: PRNFTE: 0.001Shift:
VariedHours: To Be DeterminedPenn State Health Lancaster Medical
Center is the newest addition to the Penn State Health system. Its
a 341,000-square-foot acute care hospital, that is already
enhancing a vibrant network of primary and specialty care providers
across Lancaster County. This BRAND NEW hospital features 134
private inpatient beds, an emergency department, physician offices,
various specialty inpatient services, an imaging lab, and complete
medical and surgical capabilities. Expanding this footprint ensures
residents in these communities have access, quality, and choice of
care as close to home as possible. Lancaster Medical Center is also
creating new clinical and research opportunities for learners and
investigators at Penn State College of Medicine. Through Penn State
Healths core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and
Excellence, the health system is committed to providing
compassionate care for our diverse patient population, community,
and each other. Conveniently located within 30 miles of Berks
County and only 20 miles from York, Lancaster Medical Center is
perfectly positioned for professionals who are seeking a positive
and service-focused culture, right in their own backyard. SUMMARY
OF POSITION:This position will provide sign language interpreter
services for patients, families, staff, visitors, physicians, and
others regarding consents, medical treatments, discharges,
instructions, and other interpreting needs as well. Other duties
include assisting the Manager in problem-solving with patient and
family communication needs and proactively identifying
opportunities for improving services to our deaf/hard of hearing
patient and family population.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):High School
Diploma or Equivalent required. Knowledge of Medical Terminology
required. Must be able to clearly communicate instructions,
questions, and answers in both English and target language based on
the patient, family member, or employees preferred language
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):Associate or Bachelor Degree in a Social
Science field or Language highly preferred. Prior experience in
medical interpretation and translation highly preferred. Successful
completion of a nationally recognized certification process and
American Sign Language (ASL) certification highly preferred (but
not required) at the time of hire. This job description is a
general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued
as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All
individuals (including current employees) selected for a position
will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's
responsibilities. Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to
the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is
unapologetically expressing itself through every person's
perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and
affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to age, color,
disability, gender identity or expression, martial status, national
or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex
(including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and
family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our
online application process due to an impairment or disability,
please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM,
Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email
hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation
Instructions for Job Applicants PDF
(https://www.pennstatehealth.org/sites/default/files/Careers/Accommodation%20Statement%20-%20CAREERS.pdf)
for more detailed steps for assistance.Position Interpreter (Per
Diem) - VARIED SHIFTS - Patient RelationsLocation
US:PA:LancasterReq ID 28340
Keywords: Penn State Health, Lancaster , Interpreter (Per Diem) - VARIED SHIFTS - Patient Relations, Other , Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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