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100 The Nebraska Medical Center
Language Access Coordinator
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What they do
An Interpreter or Translator uses language and communication skills to convert words and concepts from one spoken language to another, or from spoken language to sign language. Works with written information and texts to create translations that are accurate and capture the style and nuance of the original text.
$58,615 / year median in Nebraska
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Shift Details:
M-F 8am - 4pm (Flexible depending on daily tasks) Why Work at Nebraska Medicine? Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.Dignity and Respect:
We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine! Coordinate resources to ensure that all patients, regardless of language proficiency, have access to high-quality healthcare services. Coordinate interpretive services, serve as a resource and liaison for the Language Service Associates and the American Sign Language Interpreters within the department, and ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and hospital guidelines and regulations. Coordinate departmental workflows for daily operations. Must work in production as required.Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of two years' experience with Spanish/English verbal interpretation and written translation required.
- Bachelor's degree in languages, health care or related field required.
- Familiarity with Hispanic cultures and customs required.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and the colloquial equivalents.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
- Ability to organize and manage multiple concurrent tasks required.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products required.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in a health care setting preferred.
- Prior completion of an approved Medical Interpreter training course preferred.