Interpreter-Spanish
Core
Provides face-to-face interpretation of healthcare information between Spanish-speaking patients/families and medical staff.
Role type
Medical interpreter (Spanish)
Builds
Facilitates communication for patient care plans and coordinates non-Spanish language services.
Domain
Healthcare / Medical
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish), medical terminology knowledge, active listening, confidentiality, in-person and telephone communication
Preferred skills
Previous interpretation/translation experience, BLS certification
Technologies
VRI (Video Remote Interpreter), OPI (Over the Phone Interpreter)
Responsibilities
Interpret health care information to/from Spanish-speaking patients and providers, act as language liaison for medical plan of care, facilitate acquisition of interpreter services for non-Spanish languages
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level