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Roles & Responsibilities:

The Medical Interpreter communicates information such as symptoms, medical history and diagnosis between LEP (Limited English Proficient) patients and medical provider.

Responsibilities

• Conducts medical and general interpreting for staff, patients and their families.
• Assesses and monitors patients understanding of information conveyed.
• Records and monitors interpretation activities according to hospital and department standards.
• Communicates as clearly as possible for both the LEP patient and/or family member and the medical provider.
• Conveys thoughts and feeling as accurately as possible and does not impose their ideas.
• Relays information in an accurate and concise manner and does not omit, change or add information.
• Assists LEP in-patients and out-patients and/or family members throughout the medical center.
• May be required to translate written documents.
• Performs other duties as required.

*Qualifications

• Minimum formal education requirement: Associate Degree from an accredited institution, preferably a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Must be fluent in English and Spanish, both verbal and written.
• Substantial knowledge of medical vocabulary in both languages.
• Must be compassionate and understanding of the needs of the patients.
• Certificate of completion of a medical interpreter training (a minimum of 40 hours).
• 1-3 years interpreting experience in a hospital setting.
• Certified at the time of hire with the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI), or the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $36.05 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person