Dental Treatment Coordinator - Interpreter

Description:

People's Health & Dental Center - 2340 East 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46201

What you'll do as an Interpreter at HealthNet:

The Interpreter/Registration position exists to provide services at the HealthNet Health Centers for non-English speaking patients and family members. This position also exists to assure compliance with ADA and to provide equal access to people with all levels of abilities.

Translate English for Spanish patients and their families.
Serve as a liaison between non-English speaking communities and the organization Health.
Respond to concerns regarding language interpreting and communication for patients and their families.
Assist in collecting patient information.
Provide support such as financial screening, answering telephones, making appointments, assisting in cashier area and the medical records area.
Provide culture education to other employees.
If the employee is a certified Medical Assistant, they are expected to be proficient in additional patient care areas.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We commit to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, where all employees, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, or disability, feels valued and respected.
We take a nondiscriminatory approach and provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement in respective departments, programs, and worksites.
We strive to respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensures that all voices are valued and heard.
We pledge to modeling diversity and inclusion and to maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all.

When you'll work as an Interpreter at HealthNet:

Full-time
Potential schedule includes Monday-Friday 8-5, with rotation of evening and Saturday shifts.
Health centers are open until 8pm and closed on Sundays.

Job responsibilities listed above is a summary and does not include other tasks requested by physician or clinic manager.

Who is HealthNet?

HealthNet is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization of community-based health centers located in Indianapolis and Bloomington, IN Since 1968, HealthNet has improved the health status of the neighborhoods it serves by making quality health services accessible to everyone. HealthNet annually provides affordable health care to more than 61,000 individuals through its network of 9 primary care health centers 5 dental clinics, 9 school-based clinics, a mobile health unit, and additional support services. HealthNet's mission is to improve lives with compassionate health care and support services, regardless of ability to pay.

Requirements:

Requirements:

(Please, consider applying even if you do not meet all of the listed criteria below. We would love to engage with you for other possible opportunities or explore your areas of skill a little deeper)

What you'll need as an Interpreter at HealthNet:

Requires High School Diploma or GED.
Requires knowledge and experience translating Spanish in a medical setting.
Must be or be willing to be certified in translation.

The skills you'll bring as an Interpreter at HealthNet:

Excellent interpersonal skills.
Appreciation and understanding of Hispanic/Latino & Burmese communities.
Customer service skills required.
May be subject to travel to assist other Health Centers.
Reliable transportation required.

Why work at HealthNet?

Competitive Compensation
Paid Time Off
Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Plan
Life Insurance
401k Match

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

HealthNet is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.