Medical Interpreter - Haitian Creole/Cape Verdean CreoleClick Here to Apply OnlineJob DescriptionLocation: Good Samaritan Medical CenterPosted Date: 1/4/2024Job Type: Per DiemDepartment: 0600.70110 CGS Interpretive ServicePosition Summary:Under the direction of the manager of interpreter services, the incumbent serves as a medical interpreter for patients and staff members and supports the operations of the department in the consecutive, simultaneous or sight translation mode for all patients and family members who are LEP, Deaf and hard of hearing. Relays medical information between speakers of two different languages in compliance with all office and hospital policies and procedures, particularly relating to patient confidentiality and informed consent, passing performance of competencies listed in the IMIA Standards of Practice, and the Code of Ethics. Understands and abides by all published Standards of Practice and Codes of Ethics for Medical Interpreters.Required Knowledge and skills: Fluency in English and one or more foreign languages - Haitian Creole/Cape Verdean Creole, both oral and written Ability to accurately work in consecutive mode and sight translate into and from working language(s). High level of customer service and a positive approach Familiarity and ability to work with diversity of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds General knowledge of cultural backgrounds of patients to be served Good interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skillsEducation: High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred. Proof of medical interpreter training - minimum of 40 hours.Experience (Type & Length): 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting as a medical interpreter with strong medical vocabulary preferred.Certification/Licensure: National Board Certification for spoken language interpreters, see preferred within 6 months of targetSoftware/Hardware: Working knowledge of computer systemsShift: Per Diem; as neededAdditional InformationImportant COVID MessageThis position is subject to the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy for Steward Health Care Workforce. Employees in this position will be required to provide adequate proof of vaccination for COVID-19 by an FDA-approved vaccine prior to starting work. Steward will consider requests for exemptions from this vaccine requirement on the basis of medical condition or sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable Federal laws.Please note, our Good Samaritan Medical Center is taking additional, necessary preparations to ensure patients can receive compassionate care in a safe, carefully managed environment - with confidence and without fear. Our Safe and Ready program consists of a rigorous [five-point] standard ensuring patient safety, confidence and convenience: Expanded hours will allow previously cancelled procedures to be scheduled as quickly as possible. Any COVID-19 related care takes place in designated areas away from other patients and their families. Emergency Departments are reorganized to be a safe place to treat all emergency patients. A stringent cleaning policy has been implemented throughout the hospital. A strictly controlled visitor and masking policy is required for patient safety. You can rest assured that we have made the necessary preparations to provide care in a safe, controlled and professional way.Steward Health Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Steward Health Care does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.Application InstructionsPlease click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you