Interprets information from healthcare provider to patient and/or family members and vice-versa. Translates vital documents and other educational materials for hospital staff, patients and family members. Abides by the National Council of Healthcare Interpreters Code of Ethics. Functions as the mechanism for investigating patient care complaints that may involve hospital or medical staff regarding potential violations of interpretation. Participates in the interpreting of LEP and/or deaf patient... more details
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The Language Specialist is an interpreter who acts as a conduit of accurate information between the healthcare provider, patient and/or family members.
Responsibilities
- Interprets information from healthcare provider to patient and/or family members and vice-versa.
- Translates vital documents and other educational materials for hospital staff, patients and family members.
- Abides by the National Council of Healthcare Interpreters Code of Ethics.
- Functions as the mechanism for investigating patient care complaints that may involve hospital or medical staff regarding potential violations of interpretation.
- Participates in the interpreting of LEP and/or deaf patient complaints.
- Rounds with clinical staff on in-patient units.
- Participates in Basic Interpreter Training course by acting as evaluator of student's skill level, lecturing and/or role play exercises.
- Participates in and/or lead Medical Center committees, teams, and projects as requested and/or assigned.
- Engages in community outreach to represent the Medical Center to promote patient's rights, including but not limited to education on federal mandates.
- Completes other tasks as assigned by the Operations Manager and/or Administrator.
- Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies and Standards of Behavior
Qualifications
- Proficiency in English and at least 1 other foreign language, Spanish, Korean.
- 3-4 years interpreting experience in hospital, medical office and/or international relations.
- PC keyboard and basic computer skills.
- Rotating schedule/shifts and may include weekends and/or holidays based on needs.
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- Certification or qualification in interpreting.
Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
- Certification or qualification in translation services preferred.
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