Medical Translator, Patient Services (Bilingual)
Job Summary
Provides administration and coordination of all translation-related functions for UTMB and delivers medical Spanish curriculum.
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Spanish, Health Care, or related field and three (3) years related experience. Must be able to speak, read, and write in English and Spanish fluently. Experience in conducting training courses preferred. Industry‑recognized certification preferred.
Preferred Experience
Possess Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) from NBCMI or CCHI or obtain certification within 2 years of hire date. Experience in conducting training courses preferred. Industry‑recognized certification preferred.
Essential Duties
- Coordinates translation services for the institution.
- Accurately translates letters, forms, medical reports, research papers, legal documents, contracts, transcripts, diplomas, certificates, video, and audio tapes from English to Spanish and Spanish to English as required.
- Coordinates and conducts medical terminology training courses.
- Recommends training programs to meet departmental needs.
- Develops training objectives, lesson plans, and prepares presentations and visual aids for training programs.
- Provides directions to assigned personnel, including training and orienting as required.
- Solves work‑related problems and maintains productivity.
- Presents training courses.
- Adheres to internal controls established for the department.
- Performs related duties as required.
Equipment
Standard classroom equipment.
Working Environment
Standard classroom environment. May be required to teach in a clinical environment.
Location: United States – Texas – Galveston.