Interpreter - Spanish/Portuguese

Job Description Summary

The ability to provide written translation from the Spanish or Portuguese language to English and vice versa required.  Experience as a medical interpreter preferred.  

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000472 CHS - Interpreter Services

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-24

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Interpreter reports to the Coordinator, Interpreter Services.  Under indirect supervision, the Interpreter  facilitates a communication bridge for the Spanish speaking patient population and the health care provider and support staff. This position provides language interpreting services for any patient care issue (serving all patients)) at the Medical University Hospital Authority.

The Interpreter provides oral interpreting written translation from the Spanish language to English and vice versa. The Interpreter effectively identifies cultural differences and assists employees in understanding cultural differences and how language barriers may impact patient care.

Additional Job Description

High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.  Excellent written and oral English and Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills required; other language proficiencies preferred.   The ability to provide written translation from the Spanish or Portuguese language to English and vice versa required.  Experience as a medical interpreter preferred. 

This position utilizes rotating shifts and hours to accommodate peak demands.     

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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