Medical Interpreter
Description
Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood!
Job Posting Title
Medical Interpreter
Location
Dallas - Hospital
Additional Posting Details
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Job Description
Duties/Responsibilities
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Facilitate communication among patients, families, and staff.
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Interpret directly and accurately
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Documents accurately and completely all interpretation services
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Serves as a cultural mediator, as necessary and when appropriate, to enhance communication between patients/family and staff, as it relates to medical care.
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Provide written translation services
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Maintain proper medical terminology vocabulary and fluency in English and target language.
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Adhere and promote interpreter Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
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Assist with special projects as assigned
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Perform other administrative tasks as needed for department support
Required Skills/Abilities
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1 year of interpretation experience preferred
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High school diploma or equivalent required
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Bachelor’s degree preferred
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Passing score on language proficiency assessments (written and verbal) within 90 days of hire
Working Environment
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Working conditions: Inside
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Working Position: Sitting & Walking
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Physical Demands: Light/Medium
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Physical Requirements: Lifting/Carrying
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An Individual in this position will be required to list or carry weight in this group: Up to 10lbs
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Sensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Hearing, Seeing, Speaking
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An Individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside environment