Interpreter/Patient Rep - Full Time - 2Nd Shift (63447)

JOB SUMMARY

Provides accurate and skilled interpretations to help facilitate successful delivery of healthcare services to Spanish speaking patients and guests. Acts as a liaison between patients, their families and healthcare staff assuring that every effort is made to meet individual needs.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Undergraduate degree preferred, High School diploma required.

Licensure/Certification: Certification of completion of an accredited medical interpretation training course (such as Bridging the Gap) completed within 6 months of hire.

Experience: Hospital experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Skills: Fluency in English and Spanish required.

Familiar with diversity of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. High level of customer service and positive approach required.

Good problem solving and decision making skills necessary. Position requires highly motivated individual willing to work independently without supervision.