Job Requirements
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
Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
Experience: Minimum of one year experience interpreting in a healthcare environment.
License/Registration/Certifications: N/A
Preferred Requirements
Preferred Education: Associate or bachelors degree. Successful completion of medical terminology and medical interpretation training.
Preferred Experience: • N/A
Preferred License/Registration/Certifications: • N/A
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 patients concerns & issues related to risk management directives or violations of hospital policies. • Perform other duties as assigned.