*SUMMARY:* We are currently seeking a Somali*Interpreter*to join our Interpreter Services department. This casual position will pick rotating shifts on a as needed basis. *Purpose of this position:*Provides spoken language interpretation services in a variety of settings to facilitate communication between Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients, their companions, and Hennepin Health System (HHS) providers and team members *RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Precisely and accurately interprets between LEP patients, companions, and providers or other healthcare team members, face-to-face or via remote modalities (such as telephone or video) * Provides non-complex document translation services between the target and source languages * Shares relevant cultural information with all parties involved and collaborates to the goal of full patient/provider understanding, providing equitable access and healthcare outcomes for LEP patients * Maintains strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HHS policies and HIPAA * Accurately documents and bills interpreter services provided * Maintains basic computer skills to complete job functions using various software, including EMR (Electronic Medical Record) * Supports departmental and organizational initiatives around language access by working constructively in a team, participating in program functions, and performing tasks as requested by the department leadership, such as participating in training new team members and in-service training for existing team members as needed * Assists with coordination of the deployment of language services, as needed * Adheres to National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) medical interpreter standards of practice and code of ethics. Demonstrates honest and ethical conduct *QUALIFICATIONS:* Minimum Qualifications: * High School diploma or GED * 12 months of interpreting experience in healthcare * Enrolled in MDH, Minnesota Department of Health Interpreter Roster * 40-hour interpreter skills-based training such as Bridging the Gap or The Community Interpreter and successful completion of one of the interpreter competencies tests for spoken languages, o (1) Language Line: Interpreter Skills Test or Medical Certification Test o (2) Pacific Interpreters: Two test versions are accepted. On Medical Skills Report Level 3, a score of Competent or Outstanding in the categories of "Bilingual Fluency and Conversion Skills" and "Interpreting Skills." On the Interpreter Readiness Assessment Report Level 2, a score of Competent or Outstanding in the single score category of "Bilingual Fluency and Conversion Skills." o (3) Cyracom's Interpreter Skills Assessment. o (4) Or any approved test of healthcare interpreting skills conducted by an independent third-party entity, as they represent a more rigorous level of overall interpreter skills testing. OR * National certification by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) OR * National certification by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) Preferred Qualifications: * Certificate in Translation and Interpreting from the University of Minnesota * Associates Degree or Certificate/Diploma in Translation and Interpreting from Century College, or Certificate of Competency from an approved Interpreter/Translator training program * National Certification in healthcare interpretation * National Boards for Certified Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) * Commission of Certified Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) * Equivalent program or degree * Associate or Bachelor's degree * Previous experience in healthcare **Title:** *Interpreter - Somali (Casual)* **Location:** *MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus* **Requisition ID:** *242213*