Medical Interpreter

Shriners Hospitals for Children • Galveston, TX

3d

About The Position

The Medical Interpreter is responsible for providing interpretation and translation services for patients and family members and staff. Services include listening to, understanding, and interpreting spoken, or translating written, statements and documents from one language to another, in support of the medical treatment plan. In addition the medical interpreter will provide language and cultural support to patients and families and identify any cultural or language barriers to care. This service will require face-to-face interpreting between patients and providers and may also include family members or patient representatives. The medical interpreter will also be required to provide cultural information to the care team in order to facilitate the creation and adherence to a treatment plan and meet regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bilingual in English-Spanish
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Terminology

Nice To Haves

• Medical Interpretation Certification
• One year experience in clinical medical interpretation

Responsibilities

• Provides interpretation for patients , families, and caregivers to ensure understanding, informed consent, and ability to adhere to the treatment plan and receive full benefits of the treatment provided.
• Translates clinical, procedural and educational documents by providing a written or oral translation, as indicated.
• Assists SHC employees in understanding cultural differences and how language barriers may impact patient care and overall outcomes.
• Participates as a part of a multidisciplinary team (CDI/UM and Care Management) to plan future episodes of care for patients with language barriers.
• Maintains ethical boundaries and professional interactions with patients and families.
• Facilitates service recovery for patient/family concerns when language barriers exist.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED