Title: Interpreter (Gde 2) - Mandarin/Cantonese, Arabic or Vietnamese - Perm FT

Location: Liverpool Hospital, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital and/or Fairfield Hospital, Australia

eference number

REQ699692

Occupation

Interpreter

Work type

Full-Time

Job Description

Requisition ID: REQ699692

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $72,139.00 - $79,687.00+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: SWSLHD - Liverpool Hospital, Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital and/or Fairfield Hospital

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we''re enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

Join SWSLHD Health Language Services, a dedicated team committed to providing free and confidential language support services to patients across our diverse community. In this rewarding role, you will help improve access to healthcare and ensure patients can communicate effectively throughout their healthcare journey.

You will be supported through ongoing free training and professional development opportunities, while working within a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team environment. An office vehicle is also provided for travel between face-to-face appointments, helping you deliver services across various healthcare settings.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to represent and promote Health Language Services professionally. You will bring demonstrated experience in healthcare interpreting, a strong understanding of the AUSIT Code of Ethics, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

To succeed in this role, you will be punctual, reliable, and organised, with sound administration skills and confidence using MS Teams,



Outlook, and electronic booking systems to effectively manage appointments and daily workloads.

Selection Criteria

- NAATI certification or accreditation at a paraprofessional level as a minimum.
- How do your qualifications, NAATI certification, and relevant experience enable you to interpret effectively in medical settings while appropriately addressing social and cultural factors?
- Can you provide examples demonstrating your communication skills, interpersonal strengths, ability to use initiative, and your capacity to work collaboratively in a team setting?
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's licence (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class licence (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) licence within three months of appointment. Learner's licences are not permitted.

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Position Information

Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.





More Than Just a Job - Why Work With Us?

Financial Perks

- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees

Work-Life Balance

- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

Grow Your Career

- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

Health & Wellbeing

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

Vaccination Requirements

All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

Child Safe Employment

South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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