Medical Interpreter (Spanish/English)

i-Call International; Comisión de Fomento de Perú; Remote; ARS 42,698,000 - 85,395,000; Full time

Job summary

i-Call International is seeking Spanish interpreters to work remotely as Spanish consecutive medical interpreters. You will facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, and medical staff.

The role emphasizes accurate interpretation of medical terminology, confidentiality, and cultural mediation, with ongoing professional development to stay current with medical terminology and healthcare practices.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Experience in Medical interpretation or Translation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with the healthcare system.
• Good communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Interpret medical terminology, diagnoses, treatments, and related 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 including date, time, duration, and type of interpretation.

Skills

Spanish-English fluency

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.

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