Emergency Dept Spanish Interpreter (Night Shift)

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth's Medical Center emergency department is seeking a bilingual assistant to support families in crisis. The role emphasizes providing emotional support, translation, and interpretation for all aspects of emergency care.

Associates degree required with at least two years' direct patient care experience; proficiency in English and Spanish required with testing. Heart saver training within 30 days of employment is expected.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• At least two years experience in a direct patient care setting preferred.
• Demonstrates proficiency in English and secondary language.
• Spanish translators/interpreters must meet proficiency levels and pass testing.

Responsibilities

• Provides emotional support to families in crisis.
• Provides Spanish translation and interpretation for all aspects of emergency care.
• Functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Education

Associate's degree

High school diploma

Job description

Cook Children's Health Care System in Fort Worth's Medical Center emergency department is seeking a bilingual assistant to support families in crisis. The role emphasizes providing emotional support, translation, and interpretation for all aspects of emergency care.

Associates degree required with at least two years' direct patient care experience; proficiency in English and Spanish required with testing. Heart saver training within 30 days of employment is expected.