Position Summary:
This Spanish Medical Interpreter provides oral and written translation services for non‑English speaking patients and families throughout the Hospital. Provides on‑call intake coverage on a rotating basis. Participates in department and organization projects related to interpreting.
The Interpreter Services team is seeking a passionate Spanish Medical Interpreter on a full time basis. This individual will be located at the main hospital in Boston. This position requires some evenings shifts.
Full time schedule: Three day shifts (including Sundays) and two evenings shifts per week.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide in-person and video interpreting for patients and families with limited English proficiency during interactions with care providers and hospital staff.
- Sight translates medical forms and instructions in the presence of the provider, following departmental protocols.
- Bridge cultural gaps by recognizing and facilitating communication around cultural differences between families and healthcare providers.
- Offer general, non-technical information to help patients navigate the healthcare system and assists with scheduling appointments and translating hospital literature as needed.
- Apply critical thinking, communication, and linguistic skills to support patient care, drawing on both formal training and real-world experience.
- Maintain professional competency through self-study, conferences, and continuing education, while abiding by the professional code of ethics and standards of practice.
- Comply with hospital policies and administrative requirements, including accurate participation in data collection processes.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:- A High School diploma / GED required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Experience:- A minimum of 2 years of medical interpreting experience is required.
- Written and verbal fluency in English and Spanish is required.
- The ability to interpret in person at our Boston location.
Certifications:- Completion of a Medical Interpreter Training Course is required (typically a 60+ hour course).
- A National Certification in Medical Interpreting is strongly preferred.
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Boston Children's Hospital