Medical Interpreter jobs in Carson City, NV
Medical Interpreter conducts medical and general interpreting for staff, patients, and their families. Assesses and monitors patients' understanding of information conveyed. Being a Medical Interpreter advises medical personnel about any cultural issues that might impact patient care. Records and monitors interpretation activities according to hospital and department standards. Additionally, Medical Interpreter may be required to translate written documents. Requires familiarity with medical terminology. Requires fluency in one or more languages in addition to English. May require an associate degree or equivalent. May require Translation certificate. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Interpreter works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Medical Interpreter typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Fernley Area Sign Language Interpreter
- Lyon County School District
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Yerington, NV
OTHER
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Position Type:
Support Staff/Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
10/15/2021
Location:
Silverland Middle
Date Available:
2022
Closing Date:
until filled
LYON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Sign Language Interpreter (Level I/II/III)
Job Group: Instruction
Classification: Classified
SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER
Terms of Employment:
Level I - EIPA score 3.0 - Pay Grade 4 on the Classified Salary Schedule (9 month)
Range $16.22-$22.78 hourly with Employee/Employer retirement, dependent upon previous experience
Range $13.67-$19.18 hourly with Employer-paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience
Level II - EIPA score 3.1-3.9 - Pay Grade 7 on the Classified Salary Schedule (9 month)
Range $17.87-$26.15 hourly with Employee/Employer retirement, dependent upon previous experience
Range $15.06-$22.04 hourly with Employer-paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience
Level III - EIPA score 4.0-5.0 - Licensed Non-Degree Salary Schedule (9 month)
Range $35,829.36-$46,681.99 annual salary with Employer-paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
POSITION SUMMARY: The job of the Sign Language Interpreter is to assist deaf or hearing impaired students within the classroom environment by interpreting the spoken language using a manual sign system and vice-versa. The sign language interpreter is required to facilitate communication between hearing and deaf/hearing impaired individuals through the use of sign language, spoken English, finger spelling, and facial expressions. The signing aide uses the student's preferred form of manual sign system in the educational environment. The educational environment includes the classroom, field trips, lecture halls, assemblies, films, counseling sessions, therapy sessions, tutoring sessions, club or school-related activities, extra and co-curricular activities, IEP meetings and any other urgent situation where communication is vital for the student.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list of Essential Duties and Responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.
1. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with school staff with whom the Sign Language Interpreter interacts.
2. Act as liaison between deaf/hearing impaired students, hearing students, teachers, support staff and administrators.
3. Input and maintain accurate records regarding student needs and progress.
4. Provides assistance to students who are deaf/hearing impaired on the formal instruction within the classroom, classroom discussions and incidental conversations.
5. Voices to the student when necessary regarding the audio learning that takes place within the school setting.
6. Interprets audio learning devices.
7. Interprets other sound forms of communication in the learning environment and translates audio stimuli into sign communication understandable to the deaf/hearing impaired.
8. Translates orally presented work into student's preferred mode of manual sign system.
9. Provides tutoring of presented academic instruction for classroom.
10. Provides communication transfer through reverse-voicing of deaf/hearing impaired students' questions and responses.
11. Accompany student to other locations within the school in order to facilitate communication needs.
12. Monitors and assists with FM systems and hearing aids.
13. Previews instructional materials for needed interventions.
14. Assists the student in curriculum tasks as assigned by a certified teacher, carrying out instructional programs and lessons in various learning environments as designated in the instructional plan based on the IEP and under the direct supervision of the certified teacher.
15. Establishes as fully as possible a supportive relationship with the student without fostering or encouraging intense emotional involvement.
16. Serves as a resource person, if and when requested, to the student's eligibility and IEP teams when conferring about the student whom the Sign Language Interpreter is assigned. Performs and participates in other related duties as assigned by the building administrator or designee.
17. Ability to appropriately handle stress and interact with others, including supervisors, coworkers, teachers and community.
18. Regular and consistent punctuality and attendance are essential functions of the job. 19. Ability to commute outside of attendance area in order to transport students to specialized programs.
ACCOUNTABILITIES: Works under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher and is evaluated by the site administration in utilizing teacher input.
POSITION EXPECTATIONS:
1. Ability to work effectively with hearing-impaired students.
2. Ability to interpret and apply oral and written instructions.
3. Ability to perform several tasks and determine priorities.
4. Ability to deal with unusual behavior and crisis situations.
5. Ability to learn and apply school rules, regulations, and procedures.
6. Ability to complete routine records.
7. Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods.
8. Ability to transport students to and from other attendance areas for specialized programs.
9. Possess physical and mental stamina commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
10. Willingness to attend trainings as it relates to implementation of IEPs.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Education and Training:
1. Be at least 18 years of age
2. High school diploma or equivalency
3. Valid driver's license and DMV clearance.
Licenses and Certifications: Must complete:
1. Employee must have completed the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) per NRS-NAC 656A:
a. Level I Apprentice - A score of 3.0 and EIPA Written Test
b. Level II Intermediate - A score of 3.1-3.9 and EIPA Written Test
c. Level III Advanced - A score of 4.0-5.0 and EIPA Written Test
2. Employee must be registered through the Nevada Interpreter CART Registry
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods. Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, student work, and other materials. Some reaching for items above and below waist and head level. Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stooping to assist students access files, student work, and other items is necessary. The manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer and other educational technology (LCD projector, SmartBoard, iPads/Tablets, augmentative communication devices, etc.) to enhance student learning. Involves hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed under the following conditions: Exposure to climate controlled classroom settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat. May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud on occasional to frequent time periods. May involve work in crowded environments. May involve frequent to moderate lifting and other physical demands.
Hazards: Stress, anxiety, verbal and physical aggression. Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, blood borne pathogens, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).
Equal Opportunity Employer The Lyon County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment. Those include discriminatory recruiting and hiring practices against any United States citizen or legal alien on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national or ethnic origin, disability, or any other protected class and shall extend to working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment.
Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process or who have questions about qualifications should notify a representative in Human Resources. Notification may be made in person, in writing, or by calling: (775) 463-6800.
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Yerington Intermediate Sign Language Interpreter 06.17.22
- Lyon County School District
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Yerington, NV
OTHER
- Position Type: Support StaffDate Posted: 6/17/2022Location: Yerington IntermediateDate Available: 2022Closing Date: until filledLYON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Sign Language Interpreter (Level I/II/III) J...
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About Carson City, Nevada
Carson City is an independent city and capital of the US state of Nevada, named after the mountain man Kit Carson. As of the 2010 census, the population was 55,274. The majority of the town's population lives in Eagle Valley, on the eastern edge of the Carson Range, a branch of the Sierra Nevada, about 30 miles (50 km) south of Reno.
The town began as a stopover for California-bound emigrants, but developed into a city with the Comstock Lode, a silver strike in the mountains to the northeast. The city has served as Nevada's capital since statehood in 1864; for much of its history it was a hub ...
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Income Estimation for Medical Interpreter jobs
$45,107 to $56,060
Carson City, Nevada area prices
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