Spanish Medical Interpreter

Children's Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan premiums after 3 years

Savings plan match 4%-10%

Paid Parental Leave

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

Job summary

Children's Health in Dallas, TX is seeking a Spanish Medical Interpreter to provide accurate interpretation of health care information via face-to-face, phone, or video for Spanish-speaking patients and families and health care providers.

The role supports interpretation in accordance with the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care and departmental standards, with duties including cultural context guidance, scheduling system updates, and participation in ongoing education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 40-hour or more of healthcare, community or legal interpreter training preferred.
• Certification required within 1 year of employment: CCHI or NBCE/MBI as appropriate for interpreter role.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets medical and health care information between Spanish-speaking patients/families and providers in consecutive or simultaneous modes.
• Assist with obtaining patient signatures and communicate cultural issues to staff.
• Maintain patient encounter records in the EPIC scheduling system.
• Assist department leadership with projects and participate in staff meetings and education.
• Provide occasional services outside normal hours as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

40-hour or more interpreter training

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Spanish Medical Interpreter

Department: Language Access Services

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: Full-time

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

This job is responsible for the accurate interpretation via face to face, phone or video of health care information to and from Spanish-speaking patients/patient families and health care providers as well as other specialties involved in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets medical and health care information/instructions from physicians, nurses or other health care staff to Spanish-speaking patients/families in consecutive or simultaneous mode by following the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care and department's established standards.
• Assists in obtaining patients/families' signature where appropriate; and provides information regarding health care related cultural issues/needs of Spanish-speaking patients/families to hospital staff to develop sensitivity.
• Manages and keeps accurate information for each encounter in the Language Access Services EPIC scheduling system.
• Assists with varying departmental activities and projects as requested by department's leadership; and performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Provides occasional services outside of normal working hours on as-needed basis and/or for staff meetings and continuous education.

Work Experience

How You’ll Be Successful:

• At least 1 year Job related experience or Bachelor's degree in Interpretation/Translation required

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 40-hour or more of healthcare, community or legal interpreter training preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Healthcare Interpreter from the CCHI (Certified Commission for Healthcare Interpreters) or Certified Medical Interpreter from the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters within 1 year of employment required

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care For You

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.