Oromo/Amharic Interpreter, Per Diem

Regions is seeking an interpreter fluent in Oromo/Amharic to assist our patients in our hospital and clinics.  This position will be part time, Monday-Friday, picking up shifts when available.

The interpreter will be responsible for facilitating daily cross-cultural communication between patients, family members and others, along with medical providers and staff. The interpreter will serve as a cultural and language resource person. Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday

Required Qualifications:

• 40 hours of interpreter training required or within 6 months of hire for languages of lesser diffusion

• Annual completion of department-required continuing education

• Active Status on the Minnesota Spoken Language Health Care Interpreter Roster 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 40 hours of interpreter training completed prior to hire preferred. Some general college preferred, especially programs that focus on interpreting and translation skills

• Two years interpreting experience including one year medical interpreting experience preferred