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Children's Hospital Boston Spanish Medical Interpreter II in Boston, Massachusetts
73192BRJob Posting Title:Spanish Medical Interpreter IIDepartment:Patient Services-Interpreter ServicesAutoReqId:73192BRStatus:Full-TimeStandard Hours per Week:40 Job Posting Category:Support ServicesJob Posting Description:This Spanish Medical Interpreter II will be responsible for:
Medical Interpreting for patients and families with limited or no English language proficiency in their interactions with care providers and other hospital personnel.
Translating complex and/or sensitive medical and personal information, including diagnostic and surgical procedures, treatment plans, medical histories and medical, social and psychological assessments.
Identifying, assessing and facilitating understanding of cultural differences impacting communication.
Preparing written translations of individual patient instructions, such as discharge instructions and treatment plans.
Translating other hospital literature for patients as schedule permits.
Providing education and training to hospital staff on subjects such as working effectively with an interpreter and cross‑cultural communication. Assisting in development and preparation of training materials.
Maintaining computerized records of daily activities, including diary of daily patient transactions.
To qualify, you must have:
Completion of 40+ hour Spanish Medical Interpreter training course is required.
National certification (from the Certification Commission for Health Care Interpreters-CCHI or the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters-NBCMI) is preferred.
Minimum of two years of medical interpreting experience is required.
High school or GED level of education is required.
Communication skills in order to effectively deal with conflicting views or issues and mediate fair solutions, or well‑developed writing skills.
Written and verbal fluency in both English and language of specific populations served.
This position will be located in Weymouth
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits, including a flexible schedule, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement and discounted rates on T-passes (50% off). Discover your best.Office/Site Location:WeymouthRegular, Temporary, Per Diem:Regular Remote Eligibility :Onsite Only