Medical Interpreter

PRN Medical Interpreter

Shriners Children's Texas is seeking a PRN Medical Interpreter to work every Wednesday from 8am - 12pm at The Medical Center (TMC) - Scurlock. We may also need the interpreter to come to Galveston for PTO coverage.

The Medical Interpreter is responsible for providing interpretation and translation services for patients and family members and staff. Services include listening to, understanding, and interpreting spoken, or translating written, statements and documents from one language to another, in support of the medical treatment plan. In addition the medical interpreter will provide language and cultural support to patients and families and identify any cultural or language barriers to care. This service will require face-to-face interpreting between patients and providers and may also include family members or patient representatives. The medical interpreter will also be required to provide cultural information to the care team in order to facilitate the creation and adherence to a treatment plan and meet regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides interpretation for patients, families, and caregivers to ensure understanding, informed consent, and ability to adhere to the treatment plan and receive full benefits of the treatment provided.
• Translates clinical, procedural and educational documents by providing a written or oral translation, as indicated.
• Assists SHC employees in understanding cultural differences and how language barriers may impact patient care and overall outcomes.
• Participates as a part of a multidisciplinary team (CDI/UM and Care Management) to plan future episodes of care for patients with language barriers.
• Maintains ethical boundaries and professional interactions with patients and families.
• Facilitates service recovery for patient/family concerns when language barriers exist.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bilingual in English-Spanish
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Terminology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Medical Interpretation Certification
• One year experience in clinical medical interpretation

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.