Job Summary
This Spanish Medical Interpreter will be responsible for :
Interpreting for patients / families with limited or no English language proficiency, in their interactions with health care providers and other hospital personnel.
This includes complex and / or sensitive encounters, surgical and anesthesia consents, diagnoses, treatment plans, medical histories, social and psychological assessments, among others
- Assisting patients in scheduling appointments, resolving billing problems and other related matters
- Identifying, assessing and facilitating the understanding of cultural differences impacting communication
- Providing interpreting coverage in person, via video and phone, according to the needs and criteria established by the hospital and departmental policies and instructions
- Translating instructions of medical discharges and other medical texts required for direct care
- Daily entering of the information required for statistical purposes, in the computerized system of the department
- Working as an enthusiastic and committed team member and collaborating with other interpreters and hospital staff
To qualify, you must have :
- A high school or GED diploma required
- Completion of a Medical Interpreter Training Course is strongly preferred (typically a 40 or 60 hour course)
- Written and verbal fluency in both English and language of specific population(s) served
- Strong communication skills in order to effectively deal with conflicting views or issues and mediate fair solutions, or well developed writing skills
- Fully functional and competent, and performing at a high level of reliability in all duties
- Certification as a Medical Interpreter from IMIA, CCHI or through the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters is preferred
Schedule : This is a 20hr / week position. Tentative schedule will be Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes.
Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
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