Status: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Job Summary:
MedStar Health is looking for a full-time Spanish Language Interpreter to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in our International Services department!
As a Spanish Language Interpreter, you will assist Spanish speaking patients, family members, and visitors in navigating and feeling comfortable while at the hospital.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
Interprets medical and other related patient-care information (target language skills requirements listed below)
Provides medical interpretation to facilitate culturally appropriate, clear understanding and direct communication between providers and Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients and families as stipulated by MGUH Policy 452.
Informs and/or educates providers and staff on culturally sensitive matters that may affect the delivery of patient care.
Provides written translation for simple documents as requested.
Supports and interfaces with members of the department to assist as requested/needed with any aspect of interpretation, communication or coordination services.
Promotes GUH, its language access and its services to the LEP populations through daily interaction, communication, presentations and community outreach.
Develops and promotes language access and cultural accommodation through creation and participation in orientation and in-service sessions.
Performs other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma required.
1-2 years’ medical interpreting experience.
National certification in medical interpreting as available and applicable required.
Fluency in English and Spanish with familiarity with medical terminology required.
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