Half-time Spanish Hospital Interpreter

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in language(s) or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish is necessary (proficiency will be tested annually)
• Familiarity with the various cultures involved is necessary.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and needs through appropriate communication methods and behaviors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.  Demonstrates high attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• 6 months’ previous healthcare-related experience
• Familiarity with EMR (electronic medical record)
• Demonstrated ability to utilize technology for interpreting services (Skype, Face Time, Zoom, etc.)
• Experience in fast-paced, high-volume work environment
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous experience with Epic

Application Process: 

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission:
  • Resume/CV
  • Cover letter; applicants should identify their schedule preference in their cover letter.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
• Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
• This position is not eligible for University of Iowa sponsorship for employment authorization.
• For questions, contact Heidi Bodensteiner at heidi-bodensteiner@uiowa.edu