What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN - Medical Interpreter - Russian/Ukrainian position at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System?
Russian/Ukrainian Medical Interpreter
Position Summary
The Interpreter Specialist provides medical and general interpreting services for limited English proficient patients/guests and/or deaf patients/guests.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Education High school graduate or GED required
Experience
- A minimum of one year experience interpreting in a healthcare environment is required
License/Registration/Certifications
- N/A
Assessments
- Viable candidates may be requested to successfully complete a medical interpretation competency assessment
Preferred Requirements
Preferred Education
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Experience
- Successful completion of medical terminology and medical interpretation training
Preferred License/Registration/Certifications
- Not required, but certifications are highly recommended
Core Job Responsibilities
- Must be bilingual in English and a target language such as Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, American Sign Language, etc. with strong verbal and written skills in these languages.
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines.
- Collaborates with Dispatcher to ensure that medical interpreter requests are met on a timely basis.
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
- Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, on an as needed basis.
- Ensures that medical interpreter Code of Ethics is followed during encounters with staff and patients/guests.
- Assists English-speaking employees to communicate with Limited English Proficient patients/guests in culturally and linguistically appropriate styles and behaviors.
- Records & documents medical interpretation activities according to departmental guidelines, noting staff or patient’s concerns & issues related to risk management directives or violations of hospital policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
