Liaison Specialist - Allen Hospital ED - Full Time - Day Shift

Union 1199

4d•$30 - $32

About The Position

Liaison Specialist - Allen Hospital ED - Full Time - Day Shift As New York's #1-ranked hospital (U.S.News & World Report), NewYork-Presbyterian has a reputation for superior customer service. We work hard and dedicate countless resources to maintain a comfortable healing environment that's focused on meeting the needs of every patient we serve. And now, you have the opportunity to become one of the people who Make It Possible: Serve as a medical interpreter liaison, facilitating communication between patients and their families and the healthcare team. Advocate for patients' rights and ensure their concerns are promptly addressed. Play an essential role in helping us build on our reputation for outstanding customer service. The shift for this position is 7:00am - 3:15pm, and includes weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Must meet one of the following: completion of 40 hours of professional training from an approved medical interpretation program, certificate of completion from an approved continuing education program, completion of an approved nationally recognized language proficiency assessment, certification from either the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters or Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters
500 hours of field experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree
6 months experience as a health care interpreter in an acute care facility
2 years interpreting experience

Responsibilities

Serve as a medical interpreter liaison, facilitating communication between patients and their families and the healthcare team.
Advocate for patients' rights and ensure their concerns are promptly addressed.
Play an essential role in helping us build on our reputation for outstanding customer service.