Spanish Medical Interpreter

Regional-Health-Services-of-Howard-Count; Cresco (IA); In loco; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Regional Health Services in Cresco, IA seeks a Medical Interpreter to receive patients and provide interpretation services during processes, including sight translations of documents. The role emphasizes accuracy, tone, and adherence to interpretation conventions, with opportunities to educate staff on interpretation best practices.

Ideal candidates hold a high school diploma and a valid interpreting training certificate, plus strong problem-solving, communication, and cultural sensitivity

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: accredited interpreting training certificate.
• Strong problem-solving skills and high accuracy in work.
• Excellent communication and listening skills; ability to work under pressure.

Mansioni

• Receive patients/visitors and provide interpretation services.
• Perform sight translations of documents.
• Convey information accurately, including tone and intent.
• Educate staff and support staff development in interpretation.

Conoscenze

Problem-solving

Accuracy

Communication

Computer skills

Listening

Note taking

Enunciation

Cultural sensitivity

Collaboration

Compassion & empathy

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Interpreting training certificate

Descrizione del lavoro

Location:Cresco, IAWorker Type:RegularWork Shift:As Needed (United States of America)Join Our Team!At Regional Health Services, we strive to create a positive, team-oriented work environment for our staff. Our professional team of clinical, administrative, and support staff work each day to better serve and care for our community. If you would like to join us on our mission, apply today!Position HighlightsPOSITION SUMMARY: Receives patients/visitors and provide interpretation services during various processes, and make sight translations of documents. The Medical Interpreter will provide accurate concepts and explanations with no additions or omissions, and according to conventions of established interpretation protocol. Successfully process and impart information swiftly, and relay intentions, emotions and tone in interpretations. Provides educational opportunities for staff.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or equivalent requiredPreferred applicants have outstanding problem-solving skills, and have the ability to work to a high level of accuracyValid certificate of accredited interpreting trainingStrong work ethic, excellent communication skillsComputer skillsStrong communication skills. Ability to follow instruction under pressure, show compassion and empathyOutstanding listening, retention and note taking skillsProficient enunciation and pronunciation skills and pleasant professional voiceProficient understanding of cultural sensitivity and ability to collaborate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds