Applicants must be fluent in both English and Spanish and have experience providing medical interpretation in a healthcare setting.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the position of Medical Interpreter is responsible for providing accurate medical interpretation between medical personnel and the limited English proficient (LEP) patient and families from the source language into the target language. Interprets in a professional, focused and culturally aware manner to ensure both parties know precisely what each speaker said and understands the information being communicated. They have the skill to provide translation of written medical documentation from English to Spanish and Spanish to English and are able to balance multiple language service requests in a high-energy environment. Abides by department standards as well as the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Healthcare HIPAA privacy and confidentiality laws.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

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