Spanish Interpreter/Patient Advocate

CCMC Cook Children's Medical Center; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Emergency Department interpreter/translator for the third shift. The role supports families in crisis by providing emotional support and real-time language services in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities include interpreting for all aspects of emergency care, facilitating communication between staff and patients, and ensuring accurate translation while adhering to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• Experience in direct patient care preferred.
• Experience in translation/interpretation preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred; proficiency will be tested.

Responsibilities

• Provides emotional support to families in crisis.
• Provides Spanish translation and interpretation for all aspects of emergency care.

Skills

Spanish translation

Interpretation

English proficiency

Education

Associates degree

High school diploma

Job description

Location

Medical Center - Fort Worth Department: Emergency Dept Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 32

Summary

Functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. Consistently maintains a professional, therapeutic, helpful image and attitude. Provides emotional support to families in crisis. Provides Spanish translation and interpretation for all aspects of emergency care.

Education

• Associates degree required.
• High school diploma required.

Experience

• At least two years experience in a direct patient care setting preferred.
• Previous interpretation / translation experience preferred.

Language Proficiency

• Demonstrates proficiency in English and secondary language.
• Special consideration for experienced translator in Spanish.
• Familiarity with medical terminology an asset.
• Spanish interpreters / translators must meet Spanish proficiency levels defined by Cook Children’s Health Care System and measured by objective and nationally recognized oral language, reading and writing tests.
• All applicants are tested to determine their Spanish proficiency level to qualify for employment.
• Applicants must meet minimally required Spanish proficiency levels.
• Testing will be administrated by a contracted testing service prior to completion of the employment process.
• Applicants must test at the proficient level to qualify.
• Subsequent to employment, Spanish proficiency levels are verified as part of the employees annual review.
• Testing is administered by a contracted testing service.
• Demonstrated ability to read and write in English and Spanish.
• The ability to relate to a diverse cultural and ethnic population.

Certification / Licensure

Heart saver Courses provided by American Heart Association is required within 30 days of employment and must be maintained per Medical Center Policy, MC 175.

About Us

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Texas Residency

Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.

Promise

Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands- especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children’s team, you can be an important part of making that happen.