Medical Interpreter Part-Time Instructor, Professional Certificate Programs

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Do you want to cultivate an inclusive environment that encourages free expression and civil discourse? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower our 47,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location (Primary Location for Job Responsibilities)

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

• Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in Medical Interpreter best practices
• Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes:
• Describe responsibilities of a medical interpreter
• Define International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA) code of ethics and standards of practice
• Identify anatomy of the body in both English and Spanish and translate medical forms from English to Spanish
• Recite medical terminology in both Spanish and English and conduct a health-related interview using appropriate medical vocabulary
• Recognize unique traits of Hispanic culture and boundaries of professional practice by abstaining from personal involvement
• Accurately interpret and translate all spoken messages, medical forms, procedures, and symptoms in a healthcare environment

Job Summary

Provides quality and technically relevant instruction in the assigned program. Follows departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality and technically relevant instruction of course curriculum
• Teaches students learning strategies
• Credits teaching and instructional activities using educational equipment, manipulatives, props, and other learning aids
• Provides continual feedback and various methods of assessment measurement by ensuring student mastery of the following learning outcomes as addressed in the program's addendum
• Affairs assessments and records grading for all homework assignments, quizzes, and tests
• Completes paperwork associated with classroom and project management
• Participates in marketing of courses to prospective students by providing technical information regarding course content during biannual Open House events
• Affords assistance with course and/or program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolves quiz disputes when necessary
• Maintains acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores
• Keeps Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues
• Records attendance in learning management system

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience: Five (5) years as an interpreter in a medical setting
• Knowledge: Expert knowledge in medical interpreting, HIPAA, medical ethics and law, must be fluent in Spanish and English
• Licenses/Certifications: Minimum Licensure/Certification Required By Law And/Or Institution Certified Medical Interpreter

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field
• Abilities: Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines, able to motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process, able to review syllabus and learning outcomes the first night of class, able to provide sufficient time for students to complete course evaluations, do not release class early, do not leave class unattended, able to respond to student inquiries in a timely manner, knowledgeable about all emergency procedures posted in the classroom, excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills, proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite), strong attention to detail and follow up skills, strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
• Background Check: Standard Enhanced Education