Spanish Medical Interpreter - Part-Time

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Spanish Interpreter (PRN) to support diverse patients and families. The role focuses on accurate interpreting, maintaining patient confidentiality, and upholding ethics in medical interpreting across clinical settings.

You will collaborate with providers, participate in staff education on best practices, and adapt to varying languages and schedules in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in a healthcare setting as a medical interpreter.
• High school diploma or equivalent with interpreting competency assessments.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Certification as CHI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interprets in a timely and accurate manner for patients/family members in a wide variety of settings.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality and maintains patient privacy.
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions and contributes to problem-solving.
• Interacts in a courteous, customer-focused manner.
• Accepts delegation and works as a contributing team member.
• Performs other duties as needed including: rounding on all languages, staff education on best practices, data entry/run reports.
• Other duties as assigned per department needs when demand is slow for on-site services.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Skills

Interpreting

Ethics in medical interpreting

Confidentiality

Customer-focused communication

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

College degree in interpreting or CMH SBA training

Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI) preferred

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Spanish Interpreter (PRN) to support diverse patients and families. The role focuses on accurate interpreting, maintaining patient confidentiality, and upholding ethics in medical interpreting across clinical settings.

You will collaborate with providers, participate in staff education on best practices, and adapt to varying languages and schedules in a fast-paced hospital environment.