Spanish Medical Interpreter

The Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University’s Health System Shared Services | Interpretation Services is seeking a Spanish Medical Interpreter. The role supports patient care by accurately interpreting between Limited English Proficiency patients and healthcare providers, via telephone, video, and on-site services, 24/7 coverage.

Minimum qualifications include passing a language assessment and completing a 40-hour medical interpreter training; a 2–4 year degree in language interpreting or a clinical field is

Qualifications

• Completion of language assessment screening.
• Must have 2–4 year degree in language interpreting or linguistic field or clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation in coordination with patient plan of care.
• Respond to patients and staff across shifts, including occasional early/late hours.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate culturally competent care.

Skills

Medical interpreting

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

40-hour medical interpreter training

Language interpreting degree or linguistic degree

Job description

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Job Title:

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Department:

Health System Shared Services | Interpretation Services

Scope of Position

Interpreter services are a critical aspect of effective patient care, patient satisfaction, and directly links to the promise of providing personalized healthcare to improve people’s lives. The department provides interpretation and translation of critical medical information to physicians and health care providers who see patients with Limited English Proficiency by providing highly qualified and well-trained staff in medical interpretation via three resources: 1) Telephone 2) Two-way video services and 3) On-site Interpreters. Interpreter Services are provided 24/7 to ensure all Limited English Proficient, Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients, their families and surrogate decision-makers are able to understand their medical conditions and treatment options in their primary language and have interpreter services provided to them during the delivery of all significant healthcare services.

This position’s primary role is to respond to the need of our culturally diverse patient population by ensuring that information is accurately communicated between Limited English Proficient patients and healthcare providers or support personnel at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

Position Summary:

This position’s primary role is to respond to the need of our culturally diverse patient population by ensuring that information is accurately communicated between Limited English Proficient patients and healthcare providers or support personnel at OSUWMC. This is accomplished by providing language interpretation in coordination with the patient’s plan of care. This position must provide culturally competent care to patients and act as the benchmark for staff on cultural areas of importance when interpreting for patients. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing guidance to other staff interpreters and contracted agency interpreters, explaining and/or teaching about interpreter services to our health system staff, and reminding patients of their appointments/procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: Applicant must pass language assessment screening and demonstrate prior medical interpreter experience. Desire 2-4 year degree in language interpreting or linguistic degree and/or degree in a clinical field. Must be a licensed driver with ability to travel to various locations for patient appointments throughout the work day. Completion of 40-hour medical interpreter training program along with passing score on examination post-offer. Internship and progress toward national certification exam within a year of employment for medical interpreters are preferred. Successful completion of a language proficiency test over the following: code of ethics, standard practices, and medical terminology. Other skills required: customer service, ability to collaborate with a variety of individuals across the organization, maintains confidentiality of records and information, ability to interact and communicate with people (often in stressful situations), ability to work outside of normal working hours as needed, and highly refined interpersonal, conflict resolution, problem solving, and listening skills. Ability to interpret medical and non-medical terminology to the target language.

Location:

University Hospital - Doan Hall (0089)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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