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Northside Hospital Inc.

Foreign Language Medical Interpreter - Spanish

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An Interpreter or Translator uses language and communication skills to convert words and concepts from one spoken language to another, or from spoken language to sign language. Works with written information and texts to create translations that are accurate and capture the style and nuance of the original text.

$54,741 / year median in Georgia

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Overview Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today. Responsibilities Provides consecutive and/or simultaneous language interpretation for limited English proficient (LEP) patients and families whose primary language is not English, as it relates to medical care. Provides sight-translation of relevant materials to enhance patients' and families' comprehension of medical procedures, treatment, discharge instructions, patient and family education, and follow-up care within the interpretation encounter. Is also responsible for the written translation of hospital documents such as medical record forms and patient education materials from English into target language as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications
REQUIRED
High school diploma, equivalent education (GED), OR post-secondary education. One year of interpreting experience, with 6 months of medical interpreting. Certificate of completion from a recognized Medical Interpreter Training Program confirming successful completion of a minimum forty (40) hours of medical interpreter training. Training may be provided by a college, university or professional training organization. National or industry recognized certification, including but not limited to Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) through the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI) or certification through Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI), will also be accepted. Successful completion of the Interpreter Skills Test (IST) with passing score as administered by Northside Hospital to verify demonstration of the advanced skills necessary for Medical Interpretation.
PREFERRED
Higher level education degree (Bachelors, Masters, etc.) from an accredited College or University. Two (2) years of medical interpreter experience. Previous medical, healthcare, customer service, advocacy or related field work. Demonstrated Proficiency in a third language as validated through successful completion of the Interpreter Skills Test (IST) as described above. Graduate of an accredited Foreign Language Program. Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. General computer skills and knowledge of
Microsoft Office Programs Work Hours:
10:30am - 7:00pm
Weekend Requirements:
No On-Call Requirements:
No