Spanish Interpreter
Siouxland Community Health Careers•Sioux City, IA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Spanish Interpreter position at Siouxland Community Health Center (SCHC) is a full-time role responsible for providing translation services and support to non-English speaking patients and their families during clinical visits. The successful candidate will facilitate accurate communication between patients and medical staff, assist patients with completing necessary intake forms, and support the social service intake process. This role may also require travel to local agencies or hospitals to provide interpreting services.
Requirements
- Fluency in verbal, reading and written bilingual communication skills – Spanish & English
- Basic computer and data entry skills
- Knowledge of cultural barriers to medical care and ability to diminish barriers on the patients’ and SCHC’s behalf
- Knowledge of medical terminology in Spanish and in English
- High school diploma or GED
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience interpreting preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide translation services and support the non-English speaking patients and their families during their clinical visit
- Works directly with medical staff to ensure accurate communication and understanding between patient and staff
- Assists patients in completing all necessary intake forms at initial visit, including but not limited to, demographic and medical history, and financial verification
- Assists social service worker and patient in completing the social service intake process
- Travel to local agencies or hospitals to provide interpreting services as needed
Benefits
- Equal employment opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
