Join our dynamic healthcare team as an English-Spanish Medical Interpreter, where your linguistic skills and passion for patient care will make a meaningful difference. In this vital role, you will facilitate clear and accurate communication between healthcare providers and Spanish-speaking patients, ensuring that language barriers do not hinder quality medical services. Your expertise will support diverse medical settings, including hospitals, clinics, and social service agencies, helping to improve health outcomes and promote equitable care for all patients.

Act as a fluent bilingual interpreter between English-speaking healthcare professionals and Spanish-speaking patients during medical consultations, procedures, and follow-up appointments.
Accurately translate medical terminology, patient histories, consent forms, and treatment instructions while maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Review and interpret medical records, documentation, and social work reports to support comprehensive patient care.
Assist with interpretation for child protective services cases and hospital social work assessments to ensure clear communication of sensitive information.
Provide interpretation services for telehealth sessions, community outreach programs, and emergency situations as needed.
Maintain precise documentation of interpreted interactions in compliance with healthcare standards and organizational policies.
Collaborate with medical staff to ensure understanding of complex medical concepts across language barriers while demonstrating excellent communication skills.

Fluency in both English and Spanish is essential; proficiency in American Sign Language or additional languages is a plus.
Prior experience in medical interpretation within hospital or clinical environments is highly preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA compliance, and confidentiality standards is required.
Strong communication skills with the ability to interpret accurately under pressure in fast-paced settings.
Experience working with social workers, child protective services, or in hospital records review enhances your fit for this role.
Bilingual certification or formal training in interpretation is advantageous but not mandatory; willingness to obtain certification is appreciated.
Demonstrated understanding of healthcare workflows, documentation review processes, and the importance of precise interpretation in patient safety. Embark on a rewarding career that bridges language gaps and fosters compassionate healthcare delivery! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities while ensuring you are valued as an integral part of our mission to provide equitable health services for all communities.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Henderson Translations LLC

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