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Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat.

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The Sign Language Interpreter facilitates the provision of care for deaf and/or hard of hearing patients and families through the coordination and provision of sign language services. The interpreter will provide neutral, accurate interpretations in American Sign Language (ASL) in a medical setting with considerable knowledge of medical terminology and adheres to sound principles and ethics of patient representation and medical interpretations. Manages/refers patient concerns to appropriate individuals and works with them as necessary. Tracks and reports activities to management.

Department: Medical Interpreter
Hours per week: 1
Shift: variable shifts

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience: Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English language with a minimum of three (3) years of sign language interpreting experience.
• Certification(s): Certified as a National Interpreter by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) is required at the time of hire

POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE

No direct patient care, but will provide interpretive services to patients and families of all ages.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform.

• Provides full level sign language interpretation services for patients, families, and team members.
• Participates in interviews and evaluations of new hires by providing feedback and observations to the manager.
• Assists the department manager in completing assessments on ongoing training and overall interpretation processes.
• Participates in department programs or assigned projects as applicable.
• Maintains competency with medical terminology by specialty.
• Utilizes the hospital's electronic medical record system, including documentation regarding appointments, accessing patient medical records, provide statistics and other duties specific to the department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of and ability to utilize medical terminology.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

SCOPE AND LEVEL

• Guidelines: Guidelines are generally but not always clearly applicable, requiring the employee to exercise judgment in selecting the most pertinent guideline, interpret precedents, adapt standard practices to differing situations, and recommend alternative actions in situations without precedent.
• Complexity: Duties assigned are generally complex and may be of substantial intricacy. Work assignment is performed within an established framework under general instructions but requires simultaneous coordination of assigned functions or projects in various stages of completion.
• Decision Making: Exercises judgment and discretion, and is responsible for determining the time, place and sequence of the work performed.
• Communications: Contacts with the public or employees where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, defended, and gathered and discretion and judgment are required within the parameters of the job function.
• Supervision Received: Performs work with minimal supervisory oversight. Under general supervision, the employee receives assignments and is expected to carry them through to completion with substantial independence. Recurring work clearly covered by guidelines may or may not be reviewed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good
• Audio-Visual: New Vision: Good
• General Activity: Stand or work 4-6 hrs. per day; fast paced work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure: Exposure to blood or bodily fluid: Occasional
• Exposure: Exposure to chemicals: Occasional
• Exposure: Exposure to cold or heat: Occasional
• Exposure: Exposure to dampness: Occasional
• Exposure: Exposure to infectious diseases: Occasional
• Exposure: Exposure to noise or vibration: Occasional
• Mental and Emotional Requirements: Manages stress appropriately
• Mental and Emotional Requirements: Works with others effectively

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information.

As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid sick leave and a robust wellness program.

As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.

Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.