Job Description
Job Description
Summary: Provides translation, interpretive and case management services for non-English speaking patients. Performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission of Peoples Community Health Clinic.
Essential Functions:
- Assists with scheduling.
- Provides translation services for all clinic processes.
- Facilitates inter-agency communication to promote appropriate and coordinated care.
- Serves as an advocate for the client.
- Provides translation services for the Allen Women’s Health Center.
- Collects data necessary for evaluation and grant reports.
- Works with nursing manager, providers, and assigned clinic nurse to coordinate the Adjustment of Status process (Green Card) for refugees.
- Supports a service-oriented atmosphere in accordance with Peoples Community Health Clinic Mission and Philosophy.
- Follows policies and procedures.
- Works to improve work processes and clinical outcomes including health disparity and quality improvement collaboratives.
- Develops and maintains own competence.
- Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.
- Assists in control of Peoples Community Health Clinic resources.
- Protected Health Information Access (HIPAA)
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Successful completion of Language Proficiency Testing or Interpreter Certification
- Ability to relate to others with tact and courtesy, communicating in a culturally sensitive manner regarding their health and well-being. Ability to understand medical terminology in English. Fluent in Karenni. Ability to read and interpret information such as policy/procedure manuals.
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