Spanish Interpreter (PRN)

Cook Children's Health Care System; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated bilingual interpreter to facilitate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers. This role is vital in ensuring that patients receive accurate information and support during their medical care. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and demonstrate proficiency in both English and Spanish. This opportunity allows you to make a significant impact on patient care in a collaborative environment, ensuring that language barriers do not hinder access to essential healthcare services. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion while providing critical support to the community.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English and Spanish required for effective communication.
• Experience in interpretation/translation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation services for Spanish-speaking patients and staff.
• Act as a Language Liaison to support medical care plans.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Interpretation/Translation

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Location:

Medical Center-Prosper

Department:

Case Management

Shift:

Varying Shifts (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

4

Summary:

This role provides patient, guardians, and staff access to interpreters who accurately interpret face-to-face during designated hours as scheduled in the broadcasting system. Spanish Interpreters must be bilingual and proficient in English and Spanish, interpreting healthcare information for Spanish-speaking patients/guardians and Cook Children's Medical Center Prosper healthcare providers. The role includes providing interpretation and translation services for emergency and inpatient care, acting as a Language Liaison between patients, guardians, and staff to support the medical care plan. The interpreter facilitates access to interpretation services for other languages through OPI, VRI, or on-site services.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in English and a secondary language, with a special emphasis on Spanish.
• Experience in interpretation/translation preferred.
• Spanish interpreters/translators must meet proficiency levels defined by Cook Children's, measured through objective, nationally recognized tests of oral, reading, and writing skills.
• All applicants are tested to determine Spanish proficiency; testing is conducted by a contracted service prior to employment completion.
• Applicants must meet minimum proficiency levels to qualify; proficiency levels are verified annually after employment.
• Basis Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers is required within 30 days of employment and must be maintained according to Medical Center Policy MC 175.

Note: Training will be completed at the Fort Worth campus.

About Us:

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes as per federal law. Employment terms, conditions, and privileges are provided equally, including hiring, placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement, and termination.