international language services
Karin Ruschke (ILS): Patient Provider Communication
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Karin Ruschke and other experts in the industry speak with host Sarah Blackstone on effective patient-provider communication.
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Federal and state law requires assistance for patients with limited English. New national competency standards begin in 2011.
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Dec 24, 2010
The 370 Healthcare Interpreters that participated in CCHI’s first administration of the AHI and CHI Exams are eagerly awaiting their scores and word of their credential or certification award.
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Become an ILS Interpreter.


Every interpreter at International Language Services is an expert in their language. In order to continue to offer the highest quality in interpreting service and the widest variety of languages, International Language Services is always interested in expanding our list of professional interpreters. If you are interested in joining our team, please contact us using the form below. Please note that while knowledge of terminology in the Healthcare, Legal, Insurance, Finance, and Business Services fields is preferred, it is not required.


Personal Information

First Name:


Last Name:


Phone:


What is the best time of day to contact you?


Street Address:


City:


State:


Zip Code:


Email:


Are you over 18 years of age?
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No

What languages (other than English) do you speak?

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If the language(s) you speak aren't on the list above, please list them here:




Additional Information

How did you hear about this opportunity?


What days and times are you available?


Do you anticipate any change in your availability in the next year?
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Please attach a copy of your resumé here:




Statements

Please read and answer the following:

I understand that there is no guarantee of hours; assignments are based on clients' needs; this is a freelance position.
Yes
No

I understand that I must complete a 65-hour training session on medical interpreting before I can begin as a freelance interpreter. The course consists of two and 1/2 consecutive weeks, and there is a $250 registration fee.
Yes
No

I understand that an internship consisting of a minimum of three observations and three evaluations must be completed. I understand that internships are unpaid and must be completed before accepting paid assignments.
Yes
No

I understand that Medical Interpreting Certificates are issued after 50 hours of paid interpreting. I understand that ILS may not issue me a certificate if I do not complete this requirement.
Yes
No

I understand that I will be required to be available to take assignments on at least two weekdays to be considered an active interpreter.
Yes
No

I understand that I will be required to get a TB test, at my own expense, and supply documentation of TB test to ILS before I am allowed to interpret in healthcare facilities.
Yes
No

I have been vaccinated against, or had the following common diseases:
Rubella (Measles)
Rubeola (German Measles)
Varicella (Chicken Pox)