Interpreter, Spanish

TULSA HEALTH DEPARTMENT; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

The Tulsa Health Department seeks an interpreter fluent in English and Spanish to translate health information for clients in Family Planning, Adult Health/STD services. Duties include interpreting histories, screenings, and care plans, translating materials, and assisting with Medicaid eligibility and referrals.

Strong confidentiality and communication skills are essential. Two years of translation/interpretation experience and a high school diploma are required; medical interpretation

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (written and spoken) required.
• Certificate in medical interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret health history forms and explain screening/diagnostic tests.
• Interpret clinical interactions during visits and social work intake.
• Translate materials between English and Spanish.
• Assist with Medicaid eligibility forms and referrals to resources.
• Data entry in PHOCIS software and scheduling/communication with clients.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Medical terminology

Translation/interpretation experience

Confidential PHI handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Current Tulsa Health Department Employees - Please Click Here to login and apply.Tulsa Health Department is actively seeking dedicated individuals passionate about making a positive impact on their community. Join us in improving the health and overall well-being of every resident in Tulsa County.Starting at $17.77 HourlyPOSITION SUMMARY:Primarily responsible for interpreting health information between English and Spanish for clients receiving Family Planning, Adult Health/STD services at the Tulsa Health Department. May be asked to assist other clinical areas with translation/interpretation services as needed.PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:The following functions represent the majority of the duties performed by the position, but is not meant to be all-inclusive or prevent other duties from being assigned when necessary:ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (100% of Time):1.Secures client health history by interpreting the history form for clients.2.Interprets explanations for obtaining screening tests and diagnostic tests.3.Interprets questions and explanations during physical assessment, routine visits, lab visits, and social worker intake.4.Interprets diagnosis and plans of care for clients.5.Interprets teaching or counseling provided in the clinic.6.Interprets and facilitates referrals to community resources.7.Translates materials from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English.8.Completes Medicaid Eligibility forms for clients and prepares them for mailing.9.Assists the clinician in rooming clients for health assessments.10.Performs data entry in PHOCIS software.11.Assists in all clinic programs as needed to improve patient flow by scheduling appointments for clients.12.Communicates with clients through phone calls with appointment reminder information and instructions.13.Act as interpreter liaison for the Tulsa Health Department in conjunction with contract physicians for tubal ligations and vasectomies.14.Coordinate patient contact and referrals with the Family Planning nurse.15.Assists with application and completion of the SoonerCare plan for eligible clients.16.Assists with clerical duties as needed: answering phones, scheduling appointments, pulling and filing charts, making copies, and sending faxes.17.Completes required training in support of duties and responsibilities.18.Other duties as assigned, including those required to fulfill activities in support of public health emergency operations.QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS:Education:High school diploma or equivalent required.Knowledge of English and Spanish languages, written and verbal, required.Prefer a bilingual person who is a native speaker of Spanish and has knowledge of medical terminology.Certificate in medical interpretation preferred.Experience:Two years of experience in translating/interpreting.Experience in a medical office preferred.Knowledge and Skills:Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish and English at various educational levels in a wide range of circumstances.Ability to relate to people of all ages, races, socio-economic backgrounds, and cultures.Effective oral and written communication skills when working with various community organizations and interacting with diverse groups of internal and external contacts.Effective interpersonal skills in working with personnel at all organizational levels.Good communication skills with clients in completing forms and records to assure confidentiality in collecting and protecting personal health information (PHI).Flexibility in acquiring and learning new tasks.Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.Licenses: NoneINTERNAL AND EXTERNAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:Frequent internal contact with physicians, nurses, and other department personnel to exchange information regarding patient care, test results, and to discuss medical problems and treatment.External contact with patients to gather and provide health information.PHYSICAL EFFORT:Physical effort is required to lift and move equipment and supplies (up to 20 lbs.)Often sitting or standing for prolonged periodsSome stooping, bending, and squatting may be required when providing direct-client servicesRepetitive computer and telephone useAbility to receive detailed information through oral communicationFrequent communication with clients and team membersMust be able to exchange accurate information over the phone, email, electronic medical records, and other modes of communicationSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY/ACCOUNTABILITY:Direct Supervision – NoneIndirect Supervision – NoneBudget/Money/Material – Responsible for assigned equipmentReports to – Administrative/Interpreter SupervisorWORKING CONDITIONS:May be exposed to noisy environments, possible occasional exposure to communicable diseases, and emotional clients. Demanding, fast-paced, high-volume clinic.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Must possess the ability and willingness to perform job-related travelMust maintain THD record confidentiality according to HIPAA regulationsFLSA Status: Non-ExemptBenefits:We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and paid time off.Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis.See below for more details or visit our benefit page Benefits | Tulsa Health Department (tulsa-health.org):Competitive SalaryPaid Holidays (typically 13 days per calendar year + 2 floating holidays)Paid Time Off (PTO) 20 hours per monthCost of Living Adjustments (COLAs)Retirement Pension Fund with a 5-year vesting period. (THD contributes 15.2% while the employee contributes 3.5% of monthly salary)Investment Benefits (e.g., 401A Employer/Employee Matching Fund (max. $150 per month), 457 Deferred Compensation Plan).Extended Sick Leave (ESL)Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceGroup Life Insurance and Supplemental Life InsuranceAccidental Death and Dismemberment InsuranceShort- and Long-Term Disability InsuranceCritical Illness Care Plan including Cancer*Accident PlanHospitalization PlanSupplemental and Whole Life PlansLegal and Identity Theft Protection PlansPublic Service Loan ForgivenessPost Employment Health Plan (PEHP) - employer contributes 1% of the employee’s salary per year and unused employee sick leave is transferred to PEHP account upon retirementEmployee Assistance ProgramWorking 4 Balance - Workplace Wellness ProgramPromotional OpportunitiesFlex PlanTulsa Municipal Employees Federal Credit UnionTHD employment qualifies for nursing education loan repayment through the NURSE Corps Loan Repayment Program.