Spanish Medical Interpreter: Bridge Care & Communication

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital seeks a full-time Medical Interpreter to bridge communication between healthcare providers and patients with language barriers in a hospital setting in Columbus, Ohio. You will translate accurately, provide cultural context, and support families throughout care interactions.

Requirements include accredited medical interpreter training and formal interpreter training, with two years of college education preferred.

Qualifications

• Completed accredited medical interpreter training.
• Formal interpreter training required.
• Two years of college education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translates accurately between languages for patient/family and providers.
• Provides cultural context to ensure clear communication.
• Explains the Medical Interpreter role to patients, families and providers.
• Maintains confidentiality and ethics per the Code of Ethics.
• Documents interpreter services and coordinates with agencies.
• Pursues ongoing professional development.

Skills

Bilingual

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

Medical interpreter training

Formal interpreter training

Two years college education

Job description

Nationwide Children's Hospital seeks a full-time Medical Interpreter to bridge communication between healthcare providers and patients with language barriers in a hospital setting in Columbus, Ohio. You will translate accurately, provide cultural context, and support families throughout care interactions.

Requirements include accredited medical interpreter training and formal interpreter training, with two years of college education preferred.