How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
The Interpreter serves as a healthcare interpreter for patients and staff within Michigan Medicine (MM) Interpreter Services (IS). In this role, you will convey healthcare information between monolingual speakers while ensuring full compliance with all Interpreter Services (IS) and University of Michigan Health System (UMHS) policies and procedures.
You must adhere to HIPAA regulations regarding patient confidentiality and demonstrate competence in accordance with the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC) National Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
This position requires travel across the main hospital and satellite locations, including sites outside Washtenaw County. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
You will also have opportunities to participate in committees and contribute to assigned projects.
Perks and Benefits
- Free continuing education credits
- Career ladder with opportunities for advancement
- iPad, laptop, and necessary equipment provided
Responsibilities*
- Facilitate language services for Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients and English-speaking providers
- Provide sight translation and written translation of UMHS documents when required
- Document patient encounters in accordance with departmental standards
- Adhere to all UMHS and Interpreter Services policies
- Communicate Interpreter Services resources and protocols to staff and patients
- Follow the NCIHC National Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance team effectiveness
- Contribute to departmental projects and team initiatives
- Complete assigned tasks and additional duties as required
Required Qualifications*
- Certificate in Medical Interpreting from an accredited organization
- Successful completion of a third-party language and interpreting assessment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods
- Reliable transportation to travel to all Michigan Medicine locations
Desired Qualifications*
- Associate's degree in a healthcare field or equivalent experience
- Fluency in English and the target language(s), both spoken and written
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology in both languages
- National certification (CCHI or NBCMI) preferred but not required
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Michigan Medicine, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is part of one of the world's leading universities and is recognized as a premier academic medical center.
It includes:
- U-M Hospitals and Health Centers
- U-M Medical School
- One of the largest biomedical research communities in the United States
- Education programs that train thousands of healthcare professionals annually
Its vision is to lead the future of healthcare through innovation, education, and compassionate care.
Work Schedule
Flexibility is required, including early in-person appointments (starting as early as 5:30 a.m.), as well as occasional evenings and weekends.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Michigan and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which governs wages, benefits, working hours, and employment conditions.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.