The Metro Public Health Department (MPHD) is looking for a Spanish Interpreter. The Interpreter provides services for Limited English Proficient (LEP) customers, patients and all MPHD staff. These services include interpreting onsite in the clinic or field, via video (VRI), or over-the-phone (OPI).

This Interpreter position will rotate between the Woodbine, South Nutrition, Lentz, and East Public Health Clinics as needed.

I f you have any questions about this position please contact MPHD HR at (615) 340-5640.

• Interprets a variety of oral and written communications between LEP customers, patients, and staff.
• Respects the triadic encounter (patient-provider-interpreter) and understands the parameters of their role in that encounter.
• Interprets interviews and other interactions.
• Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to the cultural differences of customers to enhance participation and program effectiveness.
• Participates in continuous study, training and individual or group mentoring sessions to enhance interpreter knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Continually develops knowledge of medical and other related terminology.
• Willing and able to work at all MPHD sites on a rotating schedule.
• Performs other duties specifically related to division/program assignment

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment assessment of interpretation skills administered by a professional interpretation service.

Interpreting experience .