Medical Interpreter CSCC Interpreters - Arabic

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Nationwide-Children seeks a full-time Medical Interpreter in Columbus, OH to bridge communication between healthcare providers and patients with limited English proficiency. You will translate accurately and provide cultural context for clear understanding of medical instructions.

The role requires accredited interpreter training, CHI/CMI certification within 12 months of hire, bilingual fluency, and health/human services experience. Benefits eligible, Mon-Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Bilingual; Fluency in foreign language and English required.
• Experience interpreting in health or human service organizations required.
• Two years of college education preferred.
• Completed accredited medical interpreter training required.
• Formal interpreter training required.
• Certification within 12 months of hire preferred or required (CHI/CMI).

Responsibilities

• Translates accurately between languages to facilitate communication between providers and patient families.
• Clarifies non-literal translations and provides cultural framing to prevent misunderstandings.
• Explains the role of a Medical Interpreter to patients, families, and providers.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to the Medical Interpreter Code of Ethics.
• Completes documentation of interpreter services and coordinates with other agencies as needed.
• Pursues professional development and adheres to organizational policies.

Skills

Bilingual

Fluency in English

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Accredited interpreter education

Two years of college

Job description

Overview:Schedule: Full-Time, 8:00AM-4:30PM, M-F, Benefits EligibleJob Description Summary:Bridges the communication gap between healthcare providers and patients with limited English proficiency, enabling clear, precise coveyance of healthcare services. Provides valuable cultural context for better understanding and accurately translates the healthcare environment's nuances, giving a comprehensive framework for received messages.Job Description:Essential Functions:Transmits accurately and literally between languages to facilitate communication between healthcare providers and patient families, also translating patient-specific healthcare instructions as appropriate.Clarifies non-literal translations and provides necessary cultural framing to prevent misunderstandings during healthcare interactions.Clearly explains the role of a Medical Interpreter to both the patient and the patient's family and healthcare provider to ensure smooth cooperation.Serves as an essential resource to healthcare providers in delivering culturally competent care and to patients and families regarding NCH's culture and practices.Abides by the Medical Interpreter Code of Ethics, maintaining confidentiality, demonstrating a non-judgmental attitude, respecting patient self-determination, disclosing conflicts of interest, and upholding professional boundaries.Completes thorough documentation of provided interpreter services and performs additional duties such as coordinating with other agencies for patient and family services.Regularly seeks professional development through continuing studies and training, and maintains adherence to organization policies and procedures.Education Requirement:Completed accredited medical interpreter training, required.Formal interpreter training, required.Two years of college education, preferred.Certifications:Valid National Certificate in Healthcare Interpreting CHI or CMI or certification within 12 months of hire, required.Skills:Bilingual. Fluency in foreign language and English, required.Effective customer service, communication and interpersonal skill.Experience:Experience interpreting in a health or human service organization, required.One year of experience in a health care organization or interpreting in a health care of social service organization, preferred.Physical Requirements:OCCASIONALLY: (none specified)FREQUENTLY: (none specified)CONTINUOUSLY: (none specified)\"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet\"