Interpreter - Spanish

Equal Opportunity Employer The mission of the Health Federation of Philadelphia is to promote health equity for marginalized communities by advancing access to high-quality, integrated, and comprehensive health and human services.

Health equity is at the heart of all our work.

We believe in and are firmly committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and applicants.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and / or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status.

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Position Description : This is specialized work in the interpretation of statements between two or more persons conversing in English and a non-English language.

The languages may involve terminology or idiomatic expressions difficult to translate.

Employees are able to question the speaker on any point that is not understood.

Work involves performing routine clerical duties when not performing interpreting assignments.

A significant aspect of the work involves establishing effective working relationships and inspiring the confidence of non-English speaking people.

The position must be responsible for interpreting statements between two or more persons conversing in English and a non-English language.

Program : Ambulatory Health Services Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

Interpret statements between two or more persons conversing in English and a non-English language; interpret questions asked of a non-English speaking person;

obtain the requested information and interpret this in English; reiterate certain points if unsure whether audience fully understand the interpretation.

• Interpret written or spoken instructions for a non-English speaking person.
• Give information in the designated non-English language to those inquiring about activities and facilities which the city makes available to the public.
• Translate from English to the non-English language and vice versa, correspondence to be sent to business firms and individuals;

review written translations with other interpreters to ensure accuracy.

• File, answer telephones, and perform routine clerical duties.
• Perform related work as required.
• Explain the benefits and eligibility standards for relevant insurance programs to Health Center patients. The position requires knowledge of Affordable Care Act program eligibility.
• Use Health Center electronic medical records to ensure thorough communication of patient’s eligibility and application status.
• Be able to lift at least 20lbs.
2 days ago