Job Details

Interpreter Specialist

The Interpreter Specialist provides medical and general interpreting services for Limited English proficient patients/guests and/or deaf patients/guests. Viable candidates may be requested to successfully complete a medical interpretation competency assessment.

Minimum Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year experience interpreting in a healthcare environment.
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Preferred Requirements

• Associate or bachelor's degree. Successful completion of medical terminology and medical interpretation training.
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Core Job Responsibilities

• Must be bilingual in English and a target language such as Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, American Sign Language, etc. with strong verbal and written skills in these languages.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines.
• Collaborates with Dispatcher to ensure that medical interpreter requests are met on a timely basis.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, on an as needed basis.
• Ensures that medical interpreter Code of Ethics is followed during encounters with staff and patients/guests.
• Assists English speaking employees to communicate with Limited English Proficient patients/guests in culturally and linguistically appropriate styles and behaviors.
• Records & documents medical interpretation activities according to departmental guidelines, noting staff or patient's concerns & issues related to risk management directives or violations of hospital policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.