Medical Interpreter jobs in Roanoke, VA
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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INTERPRETER 2023-24
- Roanoke County Public Schools
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Roanoke, VA
OTHER
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Roanoke County Public Schools is seeking applicants for an Interpreter for the 2023-24 school year.
This position is on a 186-day contract 7.33 hours per day.
GENERAL DEFINITION
Performs skilled work assisting teachers and students by interpreting the spoken word through American Sign Language (ASL), and/or other standardized sign language formats; doesrelated work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude the other duties if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment for this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job description. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Assists teachers, staff, and students through sign language;
• Provides sign language interpreting services to those students deemed eligible;
• Accompanies students with hearing impairments to general education classrooms;
• Translates information presented orally by teachers and staff into the primary language for students with hearing impairments;
• Serves as a communication liaison between teachers/staff and students with hearing impairments;
• Prepares for instructional engagement by reviewing videos, lesson plans, textbooks and other materials to be used in class;
• Meets periodically with teachers and staff regarding student progress;
• Assists teachers and staff with other duties when students with hearing impairments are occupied or not present;
• Adheres to rules set by the school system and the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf Code of Professional Conduct;
• Interprets verbal exchanges in the classroom;
• Interprets exchanges between student and teachers, nurses, principal, and other school staff;
• Interprets films, record, and television programs; Interprets physical education instruction and directions;
• Interprets public address announcements, pep rallies, and assemblies;
• Redefines terms, statements, and other forms of oral communication in which the student does not understand;
• Assists with various assignments before, during, and after classroom instruction;
• Assists students with hearing impairments in the understanding of homework assignments;
• Performs related tasks and other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires standing, walking, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
ROANOKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE WITH REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, GENDER, OR HANDICAPPING CONDITION IN AN EDUCATIONAL AND/OR EMPLOYMENT POLICY OR PRACTICE. QUESTIONS AND/OR COMPLAINTS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION/TITLE IX COORDINATOR AT (540) 562-3900, EXT. 10121 OR THE DIRECTOR OF PUPIL PERSONNEL SERVICES/504 COORDINATOR AT (540) 562-3900, EXT. 10181. - 10 Days Ago
Interpreter Assistant
- Roanoke City Public Schools
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Roanoke, VA
FULL_TIME
- GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms intermediate skilled work assisting teachers and students by interpreting the spoken word through sign language; does related work as required. Work is performed under...
- 1 Month Ago
Full Time Hearing Interpreter
- Bassett High School
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Martinsville, VA
FULL_TIME
- JOB TITLE: Hearing Interpreter IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Principal GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the direct supervision of the school principal and Teacher of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, the Deaf/Hard of Heari...
- 20 Days Ago
Sign Language Interpreter - Community
- Purple Communications, Inc. and ZVRS
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Roanoke, VA
OTHER
- Sign Language Interpreter Community Under the supervision of the Communication Center Manager, the Interpreter will provide high quality professional American Sign Language interpreting through video ...
- 24 Days Ago
Sign Language Interpreter - Community - Roanoke, VA
- Sorenson Communications, LLC
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Roanoke, VA
PART_TIME
- Salary Range: $25-$60 (depending on location, education, and certifications) Location: Roanoke, VA Hours Requirement: 10 hours minimum of interpreting services required per month (at leaderships discr...
- 28 Days Ago
Medical Technologist
- Watertown Regional Medical Center
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Martinsville, VA
FULL_TIME
- Sovah Health - MartinsvilleDescription Martinsville, VA. Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 2...
- 16 Days Ago
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- Petco Animal Supplies Inc
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- Metalsa
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Roanoke, VA
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- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Liberty National Life Insurance Company
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Roanoke, VA
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- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Machinist - Tumbler Pin
- Assa Abloy
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Salem, VA
- Machinist - Tumbler Pin LOCATION: Salem, VA DEPARTMENT: Operations - OEM-Components-Tumbler Pin STATUS: Full-time non-ex...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
RKE Behavior Technician
- VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment
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Roanoke, VA
- Job Description Job Description Description: Job Purpose The RKE Behavior Technician works with students who need a high...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Intensive Care Unit - ICU RN - Travel Nurse
- Travel Nurse Across America
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Roanoke, VA
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- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Plant Finance Manager
- Metalsa
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Roanoke, VA
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- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Roanoke, Virginia
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) (0.8%) is water.
Roanoke is located in the valley and ridge province of Virginia immediately west of the Blue Ridge Mountains and east of the Allegheny Mountains
Within the city limits is Mill Mountain, which stands detached from surrounding ranges. Its summit features the Roanoke Star, Mill Mountain Zoo, the Discovery Center interpretive building, and an overlook of the Roanoke Valley. The Appalachian Trail runs...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Medical Interpreter jobs
$41,430 to $51,491
Roanoke, Virginia area prices
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