Bilingual Language Access Team Lead (Spanish) – Flexible Schedule

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System, Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a Language Access Team Leader to guide daily operations in the language access department. The role supports supervision in their absence and develops staff through cross-training and training new hires.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of medical interpretation experience, Spanish language proficiency, and certification in medical interpretation is preferred. Strong MS Office skills are required in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience with medical interpretation.
• Certification as a medical interpreter is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily language access operations and assist in the absence of supervision.
• Compile department reports and support staffing and cross-training.
• Serve as lead contact for hospital staff with questions or patient concerns.
• Assist in training new department staff.

Skills

Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Certified Medical interpreter/Certified Healthcare Interpreter preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Excel

Job description

Harris Health System, Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a Language Access Team Leader to guide daily operations in the language access department. The role supports supervision in their absence and develops staff through cross-training and training new hires.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years of medical interpretation experience, Spanish language proficiency, and certification in medical interpretation is preferred. Strong MS Office skills are required in a hospital setting.