Spanish Interpreter/Patient Advocate

Cook Children's Health Care System • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

The Spanish Interpreter/Patient Advocate is an integral member of the multidisciplinary team and consistently maintains a professional, therapeutic, helpful image and attitude. The role provides emotional support to families in crisis and Spanish translation and interpretation for all aspects of emergency care. Spanish interpreters must meet the organization’s required proficiency levels, verified through objective, nationally recognized oral language, reading, and writing tests administered by a contracted testing service. Proficiency is tested before completion of the employment process and verified annually after hire. The employee must maintain a primary residence in Texas and any licenses and credentials required for the position throughout employment.

Requirements

• Associate degree required.
• High school diploma required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English and Spanish, including the ability to read and write in both languages.
• Must meet the organization’s minimum Spanish proficiency levels and test at the proficient level on objective, nationally recognized oral language, reading, and writing tests.
• Ability to relate to a diverse cultural and ethnic population.
• Heart saver Courses provided by the American Heart Association are required within 30 days of employment and must be maintained per Medical Center Policy MC 175.
• Must maintain primary residence within Texas and all licenses and credentials required for the position throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience in a direct patient care setting preferred.
• Previous interpretation or translation experience preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is an asset.
• Special consideration for experienced Spanish translators.

Responsibilities

• Provide Spanish translation and interpretation for all aspects of emergency care.
• Provide emotional support to families in crisis.
• Maintain a professional, therapeutic, and helpful image and attitude as a member of the multidisciplinary team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree