Overview

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Must be fluent in English and Spanish (able to speak, read, and write in both languages, with emphasis and expertise in medical terminology).
• 40-60 hours of Medical interpretation certification required (Bridging the Gap or similar institution certification preferred)
• One Year Medical Interpretation Experience required
• Broad knowledge of medical terminology.
• Extensive knowledge of culture, cultural humility and advocacy.
• Microsoft Office knowledge a must.
• Preferred typing proficiency : 60 words per minute

Schedule:

Schedule may vary based on department needs and employee's availability: Possible work on evenings and weekends - Commitment to work at least 20-hours per month. 

Description

• The Medical Interpreter, is a representative of Emory Healthcare that uses their knowledge and skills as a cultural broker and qualified medical interpreter.
• Has a strong understanding of the Healthcare service system and bridges linguistic and cultural barriers that non-English speaking patients may encounter when interacting within the healthcare system.
• This position carries the responsibility of conveying another individuals thoughts and intentions while maintaining the integrity of the conversation.
• Accurately transmits messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers and supports personnel at EHC using consecutive, simultaneous, and sight translation modes.
• Starts the process of exchange, equality and communication.
• Reports directly to the Manager of Interpretation and Translation Services.
• Interpreter/Cultural Ambassador must also be thoroughly knowledgeable and abides by policies and procedures of EHC and the Interpretation and Translation Services department.

Additional Details

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.