Calendar Management, Certification Evaluation, Communication Skills, Conferences, Data Collection, English Language, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, High School Diploma, Hospital, Hospital Administration, Language Interpreter, Patient Care, Spanish Language, Translation Services
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.
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.
Licensure/Certifications:- Completion of a Medical Interpreter Training Course is required (typically a 60+ hour course).
- A National Certification in Medical Interpreting is strongly preferred.
Full-time schedule: Some weekends and evenings shifts will be required. B
Boston Children's Hospital