Foreign Language Interpreter

Good Shepherd Health Care System; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Job summary

Good Shepherd Health Care System is seeking a translator/interpreter to support Spanish-speaking patients, families, and staff. The role emphasizes accurate communication, confidentiality, and professional interaction within a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include providing written and oral interpretation, maintaining patient privacy, and performing clerical tasks as needed. The position may involve assisting with transportation and other duties to support clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Spanish and English required.
• Qualified Health Care Interpreter within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in healthcare or human services preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and interpreting/ translating processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide translation and interpretation services for Spanish-speaking patients, families, and staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and accurate communication in clinical settings.
• Represent GSHCS professionally in all patient interactions and during duties.
• Perform clerical tasks and other assigned duties as needed.

Skills

Spanish language

Bilingual EN/ES

Interpreting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Overview Employer paid benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision. Wage Compensation - Min: $ 24.21 Max: $ 35.03

Primary purpose is to provide translation and interpreter services, both written and oral to Spanish speaking patients, their families, and staff throughout Good Shepherd Health Care System (GSHCS). When not interpreting, the incumbent will perform other duties in the clinic as assigned including clerical tasks, transporting and others as needed.

Responsibilities Essential Job Functions

• Represents GSHCS in a professional manner while performing job duties for patients/families, physicians, visitors and/or other staff members as evidenced by appropriate language, dress, and conduct.
• Maintains a constant awareness of communication issues in providing care at GSHCS and demonstrates this in decisions related to patient care and job performance.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of patient confidentiality, and exercises judgment and genuine concern for patient’s ability to communicate effectively with medical provider.
• Confirms patient understanding by having them repeat back instructions.
• Follows health care system principles, practices, standards, and techniques and demonstrates that knowledge in assisting patients within GSHCS policies and procedures.
• Complies with adopted GSHCS and department policies and procedures.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Qualifications

• Education Required: High school diploma or GED. Must be provided upon hire.
• Preferred: Associates degree and/or technical training as an interpreter.
• Licenses/ certifications/ registrations Required: Qualified Health Care Interpreter (OHA) within 6 months of hire
• Preferred: Qualified or Certified Health Care Interpreter (OHA) Experience Preferred: One year or more in a health care or human services setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and interpreting and translating skills desired.
• Other
• Must demonstrate a fluency in the Spanish and English languages.
• Must also have excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong medical terminology background desired.
• Knowledge of computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• Knowledge of insurance regulations and medical terminology.
• Knowledge of filing procedures and recording documentation.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional walking, standing, bending, or lifting light office items (up to 25 pounds).
• Visual acuity to view computer screens and read detailed financial documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically.
• May be required to move throughout the healthcare facility, including administrative and clinical areas.

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional office setting within a healthcare facility. The role routine