Language Interpreter I

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Language Interpreter I
Requisition Number RE43569
Working Title
Department Name 7A760:Division of Comprehensive Care
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 43
Salary Range $18.99-30.38/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Completion of an accredited classroom training program for medical interpreting requiring at least 40 hours of credit. Establishment of Language Proficiency in English and the target language
Physical Requirements
This job requires some standing, walking, and sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Monday – Friday , 8:00 am – 5:00pm.
Job Summary
This position will provide patient registration, scheduling, financial counseling, and translation services to the DMD Dental Clinic and coordinate cross clinic coverage. The successful candidate will, on occasion, provide fill-in and backup coverage for patient relations positions at various levels at other UK Dental Clinics both on and off campus. The person in this position may also be called on to provide translation services to other UK Dental Clinics both on and off campus.
As this position will provide translation services, fluency in written and verbal communication in both English and Spanish are required.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will be fluent in both English and Spanish languages; have excellent attention to detail; exceptional planning and organizational skills; effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to solve routine problems and manage resources; demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service, time management, and judgment; and respect for confidentiality and diversity.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Fluency in written and verbal communication in both English and Spanish, highly preferred.
Deadline to Apply 01/29/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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