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Interpreter/Translator - Temporary
Washington, Pennsylvania United States Oklahoma State Department of Health Full Time Sep 18, 2025
Employer:
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Choosing a career in public health will put you on the pathway to making things better for your community, your neighbor, your family, and yourself...and receive competitive pay and great benefits! The Oklahoma State Department of Health protects and improves public health through its system of local health services and strategies focused on preventing disease. Five major service branches - Community Health, Family Health Services, Prevention and Preparedness, Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion and Protective Health Services - provide technical support and guidance to 68 county health departments as well as guidance and consultation to the two independent city-county health departments in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Our Vision: Leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our Mission: To protect and promote health, to prevent disease and injury and to cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Our Values: Service | Collaboration | Respect | Accountability
Job Description
Job Posting Title
Interpreter/Translator - Temporary
Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Supervisory Organization
340 District 4
Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
October 01, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Part time
Job Type
Temporary
Compensation
The hourly rate for this position is up to $15.74/hour, based on education and experience.
Why you’ll love it here!
RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!
Job Description
Location : Bartlesville - 5121 S.E. Jacquelyn Lane
Salary : up to $15.74/hour, based on education and experience
Full Time /Part Time : Part time
Work Schedule : Monday - Friday
Primary Hours : 8-5
Position Description:
This position will provide English/Spanish interpreter and translation services to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) clients within Oklahoma State Department of Health District 4 with LEP clients. The position will interpret only for programmatic responsibilities within OSDH and county health department staff members.
Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:- ◦ Support OSDH in Title VI mandated requirements to provide Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients/patients/customers access to public health resources.
◦ Facilitates access to services for LEP clients through the utilization of medical terminology to translate documents, correspondence, forms, questionnaires (both written and verbal), pamphlets and other materials from English to Spanish or vice-versa.
◦ Interpret for clients/staff to communicate public health information and/or personal medical/health information. Interprets either in person or via the telephone.
◦ Be a resource for LEP clients by recognizing indications of problems, gathering information, analyzing situations, reaching conclusions, working with others, and initiating appropriate action.
◦ Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
◦ Other duties as assigned.
Other Duties- ◦ Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
◦ Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience interpreting and/or translating English to Spanish, Spanish to English, English to Vietnamese, Vietnamese to English, or other languages to and from English.
Application Requirements:- ◦ If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
◦ All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of interpreter’s role, ethics, skills, advocacy allowed in health settings, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, human organ systems in both English and Spanish. Knowledge of English and Spanish grammatical rules. Skills in interpreting, advocating for patients, role-playing, ethical decision making and applying medical terminology. Ability to read, write and speak English and Spanish. Knowledge of and ability to apply English and Spanish language and grammar rule to properly translate and interpret. Knowledge of cultural competency skills to incorporate strategies for interacting with people from diverse backgrounds.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .
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