Spanish Interpreter (Part-time position)

Siskin Children's Institute

Expired
Job Category
Professional Services
Overview
Posted : 2023-07-03
Description
Description:

Provide interpretation services to facilitate communication between healthcare providers, patients and their families who have limited English proficiency.

Requirements:
  • Must be fluent in the Spanish and English language.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
  • Maintain complete confidentiality of information (including PHI) of children and their families.
  • Interpret (including translation as needed) exactly what is communicated by the provider and or family, without adding information or personal suggestions/opinions without permission of the speaker or writer as relevant.
  • Familiarity with cultural nuances and sensitivity to diverse populations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to establish rapport with patients, families, and the medical staff.
  • Previous experience in working with children/families with developmental disabilities or complex medical conditions preferred.
  • Previous experience as a medical interpreter or in a related filed preferred.
Job Location
Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States
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