Medical Interpreter

Job Requirements Position Summary The Medical Interpreter provides medical and general interpreting services for Limited English proficient patients/guests in Spanish to work on a full-time or part-time basis. Minimum Requirements Education High School Graduate or GEDSuccessful completion of Medical Terminology and Medical interpretation Training Experience One (1) year experience interpreting in a healthcare environment License/Registration/Certifications N/A Preferred Requirements Preferred Education Associate or Bachelor's DegreeViable candidates may be requested to successfully complete a medical interpretation competency assessment Preferred Experience N/A Preferred License/Registration/Certifications N/A Core Job Responsibilities Must be bilingual in English and Spanish 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. Physical Requirements Physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to manage timeline conflicts.