Medical Interpreter: Nepali

Akron Children’s Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children’s Hospital is seeking a PRN onsite Medical Interpreter in Akron and surrounding areas. The role requires fluency in Nepali and certification in medical interpreting.

You will facilitate cross-cultural communication between patients, families, and medical staff. Responsibilities include interpreting and translating, supporting culturally appropriate care, and handling related duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Nepali required, English proficiency also essential.
• Experience in medical interpreting required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation and translation between Nepali and English according to standards.
• Assist clinicians in delivering linguistically and culturally appropriate care.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Nepali fluency

English proficiency

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Medical interpreter certification

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

PRN onsite in Akron and surrounding areas

Must be fluent in Nepali.
CCHI or NBCMI certifications preferred.

Summary

The Medical Interpreter is responsible for facilitating daily cross-cultural effective communication both orally and in writing between patients, family members, medical providers and hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Provides language interpretation and translation services between the target language and English according to industry standards.
• Assists employees in providing linguistically and culturally appropriate clinical services to patients and families.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.
• Other duties as required.

Other information

Technical Expertise

• Experience in proficient use of English and the target language is required.
• Experience in medical interpreting is required.
• Experience working with all levels within an organization is preferred.
• Experience in healthcare is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.

Education and Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Certification: Evidence of passing medical interpreter training program is required. National medical interpreting certification or credential is preferred.
• Years of relevant experience: 1 to 2 years is preferred.
• Years of experience supervising: None.

On Call

FTE: 0.001000

Status: Onsite