Communication Skills, Diversity, Documentation, English Language, Hospital, Interpersonal Skills, Language Interpreter, Medical Terminology, Spanish Language
West Reading, Pennsylvania
The Interpreter:
- Provides medical and general interpreting between patient and family members and, providers, employees, and other internal and external constituents as needed.
- Assists patients and family members with paperwork, documentation, communication and other aspects of interacting with others that must be completed or helps to make their hospital experience successful.
- Is a proactive resource to all patients and family members as needed.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology in English and Spanish is needed
- Provides Spanish Interpreting services to Spanish speaking patients and family members.
- Fluent in reading, writing, speaking and translating English and Spanish languages
*This position will be a per diem position with hours primarily on weekends and holidays. Hours will vary and are based on department need. Must be available to work the following shifts: 7am-3:30pm, 11:30am-8pm & 5:30pm-2am.
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Qualifications:
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma - OR - GED - OR - Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education
Experience
- Relevant Experience
- Fluent in reading, writing, speaking and translating English and Spanish languages
Required Skills
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
WHY READING HOSPITAL?
- Generous time off, educational assistance, and comprehensive benefits
- Free parking, accessible by bus, and varying shift options that optimize work/life balance
- Friendly, close-knit environment that celebrates diversity and supports career growth through internal transfer programs
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