Medical ASL Interpreter
Scope of Position
The Ohio State University Hospitals is committed to enhancing the quality of care provided to patients. Interpreter services are a direct and critical aspect of effective patient care, patient satisfaction and directly linked to the promise of providing personalized healthcare to improve people’s lives. It is also required by federal law in order to receive federal funding (Medicare & Medicaid).
Position Summary
This position serves as an interpreter utilized by the staff at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center to more fully meet the needs of the LEP patients seeking health care services. Patient volume fluctuates, as do the needs of the region, country, and dialogue of the LEP population served. As these fluctuations are unpredictable the flexibility of this person allows the medical Center to maintain a staff of highly trained medically specialized, interpreters that can most closely support the needs of the patients. This position will facilitate support services for inpatient and outpatient activity of patients of the Ohio State University Medical Center. This position must provide culturally competent care to patients, and act as the benchmark for staff on cultural areas of importance when caring for these patients.
Minimum Qualifications For Hire
- Associate's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 1 year of relevant experience required.
- 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.