Spanish Interpreter

Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Spanish Interpreter to facilitate clear and accurate communication across diverse settings, including healthcare, social services, and legal environments. This role requires a bilingual professional with strong interpretation and translation skills, capable of bridging language barriers for Spanish-speaking clients. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication abilities, cultural sensitivity, and familiarity with medical and social service terminology. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting effective communication in critical situations.

Duties

• Provide real-time interpretation between Spanish-speaking clients and English-speaking professionals in various settings such as hospitals, clinics, child protective services, and social work agencies.
• Translate written documents, medical records, and social service reports accurately while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Assist with documentation review and ensure proper recording of interpreted conversations for legal or medical purposes.
• Support communication during medical procedures, patient consultations, and social service meetings to ensure understanding on both sides.
• Maintain detailed records of interpreted sessions and translations for compliance and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, and legal personnel to facilitate effective communication while respecting cultural nuances.
• Uphold confidentiality standards related to medical records and sensitive information at all times.

Skills

• Multilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is essential
• Proven experience in interpretation and translation within healthcare or social services environments.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, HIPAA regulations, and documentation review processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and accurately.
• Experience working with child protective services, hospitals, or social work agencies is highly desirable.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and cultural competence.
• Bilingual capabilities that support effective cross-cultural communication are necessary for success in this role. This position is vital for ensuring that Spanish-speaking clients receive equitable access to healthcare and social services through precise interpretation and translation support.

Work Location: In person