Interpreter/Translator II, Spanish (Weekends Evenings Part-time)

CHOC • Orange, CA

12d • $27 - $44

About The Position

The Interpreter/ Translators II is responsible for oral and written interpretation non-English speaking patients and their families as well as healthcare providers. Acts as a cultural liaison between department staff and families, ensuring family centered care.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year of experience and/or knowledge in interpretation.
• Passing of language proficiency examinations(written and oral).
• High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent.
• Ensures that oral messages are transmitted accurately, completely and transparently.
• Act as a conduit, clarifier, cultural advocate.
• Knowledge of ethics and role of the interpreter.
• Conduct a pre-session with parent and healthcare provider (when possible).
• Must be fluent in English and the target language.
• Ability to transmit the message from one language to the other accurately and completely.
• Knowledge of cultural, social and linguistic communication factors.
• Strong medical terminology knowledge.
• Ability to type is required.
• Promotes high level of professionalism and customer service.
• Cares with sensitivity and respect and promotes teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission and values.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a hospital or clinical atmosphere.
• Previous experience in Medical interpreting or customer service settings.
• Familiar with hospital setting/operations.
• Associate's degree in related field.
• Formal training in interpretation and/or translation.
• Medical interpretation and/or translation certificate.
• Completion of basic medical interpreter training
• Knowledge of procedures, general and specialty medical terms.
• Ability to use word processing software.
• Associate Healthcare Interpreter (AHI) or Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI).

Responsibilities

• oral and written interpretation non-English speaking patients and their families as well as healthcare providers
• Acts as a cultural liaison between department staff and families, ensuring family centered care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED