Spanish-Speaking Medical Interpreter

Children's National Medical Center; Glenarden (MD); On-site; USD 30,417 - 50,681; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Hospital seeks a Medical Interpreter to provide in-person, telephone, or video remote interpretation for patients, families and staff across multiple hospital locations in the Washington metropolitan area.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 1 year interpreting in critical situations, and proven bilingual medical terminology skills. A 40-hour interpreter training and assessment are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience (Required)
• 1 year experience as interpreter in critical situations (Required)
• Fluent bilingual skills in English and Spanish with medical terminology proficiency (Required)
• Pass Interpreter Skills Assessment or CNH equivalent (Required)
• 40-hour Medical Interpreter Training Certificate (Required)

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication among patients, families, and staff
• Interpret accurately without omissions or additions
• Manage assignments independently with minimal supervision
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Demonstrate clear verbal and written communication in clinical settings
• Provide sight and document translations of patient-related materials

Skills

Bilingual Language Skills

Fluency in English and Spanish

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience

Job description

Children's National Hospital seeks a Medical Interpreter to provide in-person, telephone, or video remote interpretation for patients, families and staff across multiple hospital locations in the Washington metropolitan area.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 1 year interpreting in critical situations, and proven bilingual medical terminology skills. A 40-hour interpreter training and assessment are required.