What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Spanish/Portuguese Interpreter position at north florida medical center?
Seeking a Spanish Interpreter for our medical facility.
Area: Jacksonville
Responsibilities:
Skills:
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.
Area: Jacksonville
Responsibilities:
- Provide interpretation services for patients and healthcare providers in medical settings.
- Facilitate effective communication between patients and healthcare professionals, ensuring accurate understanding of medical information.
- Interpret conversations, medical procedures, and instructions in real-time.
- Translate written documents such as medical records and consent forms.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics while interpreting sensitive medical information.
- Collaborate with social workers and child protective services when necessary to ensure the well-being of patients.
Skills:
- Proficient in medical terminology to accurately interpret and translate complex medical information.
- Familiarity with American Sign Language (ASL) for effective communication with hearing-impaired patients.
- Strong communication skills to convey messages clearly and accurately.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and prioritize assignments.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to establish rapport with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Knowledge of hospital protocols and procedures related to interpretation services.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.
