Be inspired.  Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. 

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.  We provide: 

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs 
• Family-focused benefits  
• Wellness incentives 
• Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs  
• And more  

Work Location: Atlanta, GA (Onsite only, no hybrid or remote opportunities available) 

Select Candidates should be available to work occassional weekends, if necessary.

LOCATIONS: We have two positions available. One is at Emory Midtown and one is at Emory University Hosptial. 

The Medical Interpreter has a strong understanding of the Healthcare service system and bridges linguistic and cultural barriers that non-English speaking patients may encounter when interacting within the healthcare system

• Accurately transmits messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers and supports personnel at EHC using consecutive, simultaneous, and sight translation modes
• Cultural ambassadors are partners to clinicians by creating trust, building better communication, improving assessment and treatment, enriching the knowledge of both systems, de-stigmatizing treatment, building capacity in the community, and fostering a more holistic treatment approach 
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Health Care and to the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care
• Provides Over the phone or remote video interpretation services during down time and or in between in-person interpretation assignments, providing Emory healthcare staff, providers and patients with excellent customer service standards in the role of the interpreter or as a cultural ambassador
• Job may be physically demanding with frequent walking and standing and at times may also be emotionally challenging and highly stressful, requiring maturity, composure and sound judgment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• One year in medical interpreting
• Must be fluent in English and Target language (able to speak, read, and write in both languages, with emphasis and expertise in medical terminology)
• 40-60 hours of Medical interpretation certification from Bridging the Gap or similar institution preferred
• Broad knowledge of medical terminology
• Extensive knowledge of culture, cultural humility and advocacy
• Microsoft Office knowledge a must

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. 

ACCOMMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.