ONCOLOGY MEDICAL INTERPRETER II

Moffitt Cancer Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cancer care is seeking a dedicated Oncology Medical Interpreter II to provide essential interpreting services for Limited English Proficiency patients. This role is vital in ensuring effective communication between patients and healthcare providers, maintaining confidentiality and professional standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in medical interpreting, particularly in a healthcare setting, and will play a crucial role in mentoring new staff. Join a mission-driven team that is committed to advancing cancer care and making a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience in professional interpreting.
• Proof of specific medical interpreting training required.

Responsibilities

• Provides interpreting services for Limited English Proficiency patients.
• Documents encounters accurately on patient charts.

Skills

Medical Interpreting

Confidentiality

Ethical Standards

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Powerchart

Job description

At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.

Summary

Position Highlights:

The Oncology Medical Interpreter II provides interpreting services to Limited English Proficiency patients and Moffitt Cancer Center providers during clinical and non-clinical encounters selecting the appropriate interpreting mode to the encounter. The Oncology Medical Interpreter II renders meaning in a confidential, accurate, complete, and impartial way while maintaining professional boundaries and ethical standards, treating parties with respect, and acting in a professional and ethical manner.

Responsibilities:

• Provides interpreting services from/into English and a second language between Limited English Proficiency patients and Moffitt providers (clinical and non-clinical).

• Completes Powerchart tasks generated after the patient has been admitted.

• Documents the encounter promptly and accurately on the patient’s chart and maintains accurate records of the services provided within the department’s application.

• Knowledgeable about internal policies related to language and communication, about the provision of language access services at Moffitt, and about how to access them, and educates internal customers on these matters as needed.

• Under the direction of the Supervisor/Manager, provides mentoring/training to new interpreter staff as well as other members of the Language Services team.

Credentials and Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree required.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in professional interpreting (Healthcare, legal or other related in both remote [over the phone, video or RSI] or in-person modalities), with two (2) years in a health setting).

***an additional two (2) years relevant experience will be considered in lieu of an Associate’s Degree.***

• Candidate must also present proof of specific medical interpreting training (minimum of 40 hours) upon hire.
• One of the following certifications required within 12 months of hire: CHI, CMI, RID, court interpreting.

Preferred:

• Four (4) years of experience as an in-person medical interpreting in a hospital setting and at least one year experience in oncology.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.