Interpreter PD

The Interpreter provides interpreting services for staff at LBMMC/MCH inpatient/outpatient centers, and the Emergency Department and limited-English speaking patients and their families in order to facilitate communication so that the patient or family member can participate in their health care interactions and decisions. The interpreter will also provide sight translation of documents, including but not limited to, consent forms and educational material. These activities will include interpreting in legal, life threatening, and psychosocial situations for physicians, nurses, and support staff when the need arises.

The Interpreter must be able to work well under pressure and react quickly to solve complex linguistic and ethical problems as they arise. Also, when a problem cannot be solved by the Interpreter alone, the interpreter must demonstrate the good judgment required to inform the provider of that fact and take the steps necessary to resolve the situation. The ability to communicate fluently in the specified language (English and Spanish); both reading and writing is required for this position. The capacity to review and edit translations documents is required.

Finally, the interpreter will constantly strive to improve their skills by reading from a wide variety of sources, attending seminars/conferences, researching new terms and concepts, and honing their interpreting techniques. Two years of previous experience interpreting in healthcare setting required.

Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA and California Standards for Health Care Interpreters: Ethical Principles, Protocols, and Guidance on Roles & Interventions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and required language (Spanish) with strong medical terminology skills in both languages. High School diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred. Certificate (or above) in Interpretation and/or Translation. Certificate (or above) in Health Care related field or experience in health care preferred. Must pass language proficiency test.