BSS Spanish Medical Interpreter

Provide English/Spanish interpretation services for patients and companions with limited English proficiency throughout the hospital Facilitate patient/provider communication during every aspect of the patient stay, from registration to discharge Act as a neutral conduit of information between healthcare providers and patients and families Interpret patient and family questions or concerns to appropriate healthcare staff Interpret medical terminology, support services, policies, and procedures for limited-English-proficient patients Document all interpretation services accurately, completely, and clearly Serve as a cultural mediator when appropriate to enhance communication related to medical care Confer with a supervisor on unusual situations Perform functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and professional standards Provide an excellent customer service experience while demonstrating Banner Health core and leader behaviors Work three days per week on one of two available shifts: 5AM-5PM or 5PM-5AM Work one weekend shift per month and one major holiday as needed Requirements Completion of a Medical Interpreter training program highly preferred One year work experience as a Medical Interpreter required Written and oral language assessment required Associate's degree in communications or health care related field or equivalent experience Fluency in English and the target language of interpretation Understanding of medical terminology Written and oral exam score of 75% or above required for new hires or transfers into the role Effective communication, problem-solving, human relations, organizational, and time management skills Flexibility in responding to multiple demands Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen, and background check required Bachelor's degree in communications or health care related field preferred Completion of a medical interpreter skills training course preferred Core Competencies Demonstrates fluency in English and Spanish, with a strong understanding of medical terminology and effective communication skills to facilitate patient-provider interactions. Capable of providing accurate interpretation services while adhering to established healthcare policies and maintaining a high standard of customer service. Highest-signal resume keywords Fluency In English And Spanish Medical Interpreter Training One Year Experience As A Medical Interpreter Understanding Of Medical Terminology Effective Communication Skills ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Medical Interpretation Documentation Of Interpretation Services Cultural Mediation Patient/Provider Communication Medical Terminology Soft Skills Problem-Solving Human Relations Organizational Skills Time Management Flexibility Certifications & Qualifications Medical Interpreter Certification Written And Oral Language Assessment Industry Keywords Healthcare Patient Care Regulatory Requirements Accreditation Standards Customer Service #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor