Spanish Language Translator - Leahy Clinic

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Spanish Language Translator - Leahy Clinic Non-Discrimination Statement

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University Mission

The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision of Saint Ignatius Loyola, a tradition of excellence, and a commitment to the common good. The University is a community dedicated to the formation of students, and to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life.

Department Leahy Community Health Center Job Purpose

Provides medical interpretation services for patients and healthcare professionals in the Leahy Clinic and assists Administrative Director in planning and implementing steps to improve the quality of healthcare delivered to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) patients.

Essential Duties

• Provide in-person medical interpretation services for patients and healthcare professionals
• Ensure accurate and confidential interpretation of medical and related information
• Adhere to clinic policies, procedures, and patient confidentiality regulations
• Develop and implement a system to manage scheduling of student and community volunteer interpreters according to patient needs across the various clinics of the Leahy Clinic
• Develop and implement training for student and community volunteer translators
• Develop and implement plan for integrating technological tools into the Leahy Clinic to increase capacity for language translation, including the development of clear organizational guidelines and clinical workflows for adopted technologies
• Provide training on the appropriate use of adopted technological tools for language translation
• Develop improved system for scheduling appointments for LEP patients
• Translates virtual and written communication and documents for Spanish-speaking patients

Additional Skills Required

• Fluency in both English and Spanish
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills required
• Proficiency with basic office productivity software (Email, Microsoft Word, etc.)
• Familiarity with technology systems and specialized software used within healthcare settings for language translation services
• The ability to uphold human dignity and respect by recognizing each person's worth, valuing diverse perspectives, and treating others with kindness, fairness, and empathy
• Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University's Catholic and Jesuit mission

Minimum Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's degree in science, language, or human services field preferred

Minimum Job Experience Requirements Preferred Qualifications

• Certification from the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) or Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) preferred.

Years of Experience 0 University Classification Paraprofessional FLSA Classification Non-Exempt Schedule/Work Hours Tuesday and Thurdays, plus additional hours on other days of week. Full Time/Part Time Part-Time Annual Schedule 12

Posting Details

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Number S1055P Open Date 07/31/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents