Medical Interpreter (Spanish/English)

i-Call International; Argentina; Remote; ARS 10,559,000 - 15,039,000; Full time

Job summary

I-Call International is looking to hire more Spanish interpreters to work remotely as Spanish consecutive medical interpreters. You will facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers, interpreting medical terminology, diagnoses, and treatments.

Your duties include cultural mediation, confidentiality, documentation, and ongoing professional development to ensure accurate interpretation in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Experience in Medical interpretation or translation is preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Interpret medical information between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Provide cultural mediation to help patients understand the healthcare system.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
• Document interpretation services (date, time, duration, type).
• Keep up-to-date with medical terminology and practices.

Skills

Spanish-English interpretation

Medical terminology

Cultural sensitivity

Communication skills

Job description

I-Call International is looking to hire more Spanish Interpreters to work remotely. As a Spanish consecutive medical interpreter, your primary responsibility is to facilitate communication between healthcare providers and patients who speak Spanish.

Your duties may include:

• Interpretation: You will be responsible for accurately interpreting medical terminology, diagnoses, treatments, and other information between Spanish speaking patients and healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, and other medical staff.
• Cultural mediation: You may need to provide cultural mediation services to help patients understand the healthcare system and how to navigate it effectively. You may also need to help healthcare providers understand cultural differences that may affect patient care.
• Confidentiality: You must maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in the interpretation profession.
• Documentation: You may be responsible for documenting interpretation services provided, including the date, time, duration, and type of interpretation.
• Professional development: You will need to keep up-to-date with the latest medical terminology and healthcare practices to ensure accurate interpretation.

Qualifications for Spanish consecutive medical interpreter

Fluency in Spanish and English Experience in Medical interpretation or Translation Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with the healthcare system is also important. Good communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work well under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Technical Requirements

Minimum 15 Mbps download and upload speed. Wired USB headset with Boom Microphone (E.g Logitech H390 / Plantronics C3220) with Minimal Design Computer with an Intel Core i5, 6th generation or higher, and at least 8 GB RAM. Wired LAN/Ethernet connection. FHD webcam with 1080P Quiet and professional workspace. Timings: Hourly based porgram - EST Time Zone Pay rate: 6 USD per hour.