Medical Interpreter, Spanish
University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA
•$29 - $41•Onsite
About The Position
Harborview Medical Center’s Interpreter Services Department has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Interpreter 1, Spanish. This position is a regular, full-time role working 40 hours per week on the day shift. The Medical Interpreter will enable patients to access medical care and be a part of a team dedicated to improving language access.
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent AND two years interpretation experience in a clinic or hospital setting
- Medical interpreter certification or qualification either from Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters, or the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters.
- Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Responsibilities
- Provide oral, sight and written interpretation for target language(s)
- Transmit information accurately between patient and provider or staff
- Encourage direct communication between patient and provider or staff
- Manage complexity of cross-cultural encounter
- Provide sight translation in the presence of a provider and/or other medical staff
- Assist patients to complete medical, financial, or other forms
Benefits
- For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
