Medical Translator Per Diem (Spanish)

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA

27d•$15 - $507

About The Position

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career. A Brief Overview The Medical Translator provides written language services for clinical and non-clinical communication. What you will do The Medical Translator: Converts organizational documents from one language to another with equivalent meaning and effect (i.e., translating/drafting, editing, and/or proofing) to support all manner of healthcare services or research studies. Ensures accuracy of content utilizing reference materials and electronic resources to research, verify, and check the most effective and appropriate modes of communicating messages in target language. The medical translator complies with all hospital policies and procedures and abides by the ethics, values and standards of practice for professional translators as articulated by the American Translators Association. Promotes a culture of hospitality and service both internally with CHOP departments and divisions, and externally to existing and potential patient families or study participants. Uses "Language of Caring" in all interactions to promote family-centered care and to maintain and support positive engagement with all co-workers. Prioritizes materials for translation to ensure timely availability of information for use. Follows marketing and branding protocols for translated CHOP materials. Proactively seeks opportunities for professional development and continuing education and attends or participates in such activities. Supports the flow of documents through the translation process. Per procedures, tracks and archives documents to provide support for translation as assigned. Acts as a resource to the organization providing insight and education on language and cultural differences. Performs additional miscellaneous job-related duties as requested. Institutional Responsibilities: Collaborates with professional colleagues in the development and implementation of language services initiatives as directed by the Manager when appropriate. Upon manager request, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at CHOP in the development of language services policies, practices and programs that improve direct services and contribute to an ideal, culturally-responsive, patient-family experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required
At least one (1) year Full-time experience in medical translation through employment or contract work. Required
Strong linguistic skills:
produces translations of formal institutional documents in equivalent or mediated register
understands own linguistic limitations, seeks clarification and accepts correction or feedback
picks up cues from document requestors regarding level of understanding and/or need for clarification
strong writing and composition skills
full understanding of translation process as situated within the translation and interpreting industry.
Strong cultural awareness competencies
recognizes underlying cultural assumptions in messages within each document
is self-aware regarding personal values, beliefs and cultural characteristics which may be a source of conflict or discomfort in certain situations, is able to acknowledge these and withdraw from translations when these may interfere with providing successful language services.
Strong translation customer service skills:
explains role of translator to those requesting documents
recognizes the complexity of the clinical or research communications
clarifies instructions or follow-up steps in a diplomatic, effective manner.
Ethical competency:
understands and abides by hospital policies on confidentiality, informed consent, non-discrimination and ethical standards.
Interpersonal and customer service skills:
projects positive attitude about the department and the hospital, and offers services to ensure positive experience
works as a team with colleagues and staff across the enterprise
addresses concerns raised during or after an encounter by encouraging provider to make appropriate referral and/or assisting with making of appointment with right resource and booking interpreter as needed.
Organizational skills:
works well under pressure to manage stressful situations
flexible to meet deadlines and handle frequent, unpredictable changes
sound judgment and confidence
ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize between concurrent demands
detail-oriented with attention to accuracy and timeliness.
Technology skills and experience:
extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products
extensive knowledge of Trados for document translations
general knowledge of virtual meeting platforms
general knowledge of electronic technologies for document management, etc.
Language Certification (English to Target Language) - American Translators Association (ATA) - upon hire - Required

Nice To Haves

At least three (3) years related to health care, and/or language services for children and/or families Preferred
At least two (2) years international life experience, particularly in serving an international clientele in a professional work environment. Preferred
Language Certification (Target Language to English) - American Translators Association (ATA) - - Preferred

Responsibilities

Converts organizational documents from one language to another with equivalent meaning and effect (i.e., translating/drafting, editing, and/or proofing) to support all manner of healthcare services or research studies.
Ensures accuracy of content utilizing reference materials and electronic resources to research, verify, and check the most effective and appropriate modes of communicating messages in target language.
Complies with all hospital policies and procedures and abides by the ethics, values and standards of practice for professional translators as articulated by the American Translators Association.
Promotes a culture of hospitality and service both internally with CHOP departments and divisions, and externally to existing and potential patient families or study participants.
Uses "Language of Caring" in all interactions to promote family-centered care and to maintain and support positive engagement with all co-workers.
Prioritizes materials for translation to ensure timely availability of information for use.
Follows marketing and branding protocols for translated CHOP materials.
Proactively seeks opportunities for professional development and continuing education and attends or participates in such activities.
Supports the flow of documents through the translation process.
Per procedures, tracks and archives documents to provide support for translation as assigned.
Acts as a resource to the organization providing insight and education on language and cultural differences.
Performs additional miscellaneous job-related duties as requested.
Collaborates with professional colleagues in the development and implementation of language services initiatives as directed by the Manager when appropriate.
Upon manager request, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams at CHOP in the development of language services policies, practices and programs that improve direct services and contribute to an ideal, culturally-responsive, patient-family experience.