Onsite Amharic & Tigrinya Medical Interpreter

Allina Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Student Loan Support

Job summary

Allina Health seeks a Spoken Language Interpreter to facilitate clear communication between LEP patients and healthcare professionals. You will provide in-person, telephone and video interpreting across metro sites, and translate documents as requested.

The role is 1.0 FTE, day shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., onsite with travel between appointments. Requires Minnesota Medical Interpreters Roster and licensure or certification within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with required competencies as listed in the job description.
• Vocational or technical interpreter training (e.g., Bridging the Gap).
• 0–2 years interpreting experience, preferably in health care.
• Minnesota Medical Interpreters Roster is required.
• Valid driver's license required; MN/WI residents must obtain within 60 days.
• Certification options within 1 year (NHCI/CHI/CMI).

Responsibilities

• Interpreting in-person, telephone and video interpreting services for healthcare professionals, patients and companions.
• Document interpreting services in the electronic medical record.
• Identify and communicate quality concerns; participate in quality improvement activities.
• Translate, proofread, edit and revise translated materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's/Vocational degree in health care or business

Job description

Allina Health seeks a Spoken Language Interpreter to facilitate clear communication between LEP patients and healthcare professionals. You will provide in-person, telephone and video interpreting across metro sites, and translate documents as requested.

The role is 1.0 FTE, day shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., onsite with travel between appointments. Requires Minnesota Medical Interpreters Roster and licensure or certification within 1 year.