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• Medical, dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employees
• Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• Several retirement plans to choose from! – Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and University Pension Plan, voluntary savings plans (403b, 401a and 457b)
• Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off 
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated for part-time employees) 
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Raises
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses
• Childcare service discounts
• Growth/Development Opportunities

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The Translation Specialist will serve as an active member of a small dedicated translations team within the Language Services department. The Translation Specialist is primarily responsible for providing accurate translation services between English and Spanish – producing timely translations for common medical documents (discharge instructions, after visit summaries, patient evaluations, etc.), as well as marketing and research materials across many departments and specialties at OHSU.

 

The position will also support the overall function of translation services for the institution, including project work, administrative support, and education and consultation on translation best practices, as assigned by the supervisor.

 

The Language Services department provides interpretation, written translation, captioning, language screening for employees, staff education, and consultation. Services can be requested 24/7/365 for patients, their families, caregivers, and employees.

Language Translation Services

• Completes translation projects by rendering written text from one language into another while maintaining the meaning, structure, style, and intended impact of the original. Provides accurate translation of medical documents, letters, educational materials, and other translation projects as assigned by the supervisor. Proofreads and reviews translations and submits feedback to other translators. Consults resources appropriately to ensure accurate translations.

Administrative/Operational

• Communicates effectively, professionally, and in a friendly manner for correspondence with translation requestors and contracted vendors. Actively participates in strategic planning and process improvement projects for department-wide initiatives. Monitors central translations inbox and supports with project management as assigned by the supervisor.

Consulting and Education Services

• Serves as a cultural and linguistic resource for internal departments, workgroups, and stakeholders. Works to promote use of translation services for LEP populations and educates on how to ensure effective, accurate, and timely translation of documents. Educates staff and faculty on topics of cultural awareness, LEP populations, and translation best practices.

Professional Contribution

• Complies with OHSU’s Code of Conduct and core department and job-specific competencies. Consistently performs the job duties in a professional manner. Works with other translators to research best standards for delivery of services. Participates in training, ongoing education, and staff meetings as required.

Miscellaneous

• Provides support on departmental language access projects and activities as assigned by the Translation Services Manager.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Five years of documented professional translation experience
• Three years of experience translating in the medical field
• Native Spanish-speaker with English fluency – both written and spoken
• Cultural knowledge of and ability to translate for target audiences from Mexico and Central America
• Full understanding of the translation process and knowledge of linguistic principles as they apply to translation
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with a CAT tool
• Time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors

• Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

• Experience with diverse software applications, CAT tools, translation management systems, and file types
• Experience with Epic or other electronic health record systems
• American Translators Association (ATA) Certification

Pay Range: $29.96 - $40.50 per hour

• Work Location: Remote
• Work Schedule: 40 hours a week with a set schedule to be negotiated and agreed upon at hire. Typical department business hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm PST.
• Extensive computer use required. Employee will be responsible for setting up and arranging a personal ergonomic workspace with OHSU provided equipment.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.