Spanish Medical Interpreter Varied Shifts

Overview

Spanish Medical Interpreter, Full-time, First Shift UC Health is seeking a qualified and compassionate Spanish Medical Healthcare Interpreter for the UC Medical Center. The interpreter will facilitate effective communication between Deaf / Hard of Hearing (DHH) patients, their families, and UC Health providers and staff, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity in various medical settings.

Location
Cincinnati, OH, United States

• Provide in-person American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation between Deaf / Hard of Hearing (DHH) patients, family, companions, and UC Health staff and providers.
• Interpret in a variety of medical settings including clinics, hospitals, emergency rooms, and mental health environments.
• Accurately convey information using consecutive and simultaneous interpretation techniques while maintaining the message’s tone and intent.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and professional interpreting standards.
• Facilitate communication that is culturally appropriate and sensitive to the needs of both the patient and medical staff.
• Use consecutive, simultaneous, and sight translation techniques as appropriate for each interaction.
• Prepare for assignments by reviewing relevant information or patient background when available.
• Collaborate with the Interpreting Services team to ensure coverage and timely response to interpreting needs.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to anticipate and respond to interpreting needs throughout the facility.
• Document interpreting encounters as required by department policy.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to stay current with medical terminology and interpreting best practices.

• Associate degree or higher in Interpreting and/or Interpreter Training Program graduate
• Preferred certification through national governing body
• Proficiency in English and the target language(s) with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare procedures
• Minimum of 2 years of experience interpreting
• Preferred supervised interpreting experience in the medical / mental health setting
• Ability to interpret effectively, accurately, and impartially both receptive and expressive, using medical terminology as appropriate
• Ability to work with interdisciplinary professionals in a team environment
• Comfortable working in the medical field
• Flexible in response to changes in service provision demands
• Able to maintain professional demeanor in all situations
• Experience in problem solving and complaint resolution preferably in a healthcare setting
• Prior to being considered, Interpreter must job shadow position for hire for a minimum of 2 hours
• Prior to being considered, Interpreter must have a passing score from department administered interpreting assessment
• Preferred computer experience with a working knowledge of database entry, Microsoft Office products, and strong attention to detail

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