The Childrens Hospital Of Philadel

The Childrens Hospital Of Philadel

Medical Interpreter II, Spanish

Philadelphia Campus- Main Hospital · Mid · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$28k-$35kDetected 6 days ago
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About the role

  • SHIFT: Day (United States of America) Seeking Breakthrough Makers Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives.
  • CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs.
  • CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

Responsibilities

  • As directed by the Manager, collaborates with professional colleagues at CHOP in the development of language services initiatives, policies, and practices that improve direct services and contribute to a genuine family-centered patient experience.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma / GED Required
  • Completes and submits all required periodic reports for division data collection accurately and on time.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's Degree Preferred
  • At least two (2) years of international life experience, especially serving international clientele in a work environment.

Skills

  • interprets with highest degree of accuracy and completeness
  • understands variety of regional accents and linguistic styles and registers
  • appropriately explains role of the interpreter to patients and providers
  • selects appropriate mode of interpretation for each situation (i.e., consecutive, sight translation, simultaneous)
  • picks up cues from encounter participants regarding level of understanding and/or need for clarification
  • encourages and fosters direct communication between clinicians or staff and patient family
  • maintains professional boundaries and integrity
  • chooses appropriate moment to clarify or intervene by respecting the goals of the encounter
  • recognizes the complexity of the clinical encounter and risk factors of language and cultural differences
  • uses culturally appropriate behavior

Compensation

  • $28.05 - $35.05 Hourly
  • Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs.
  • If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.
  • At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices.
  • Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting.
  • Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.

Benefits

  • Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI)
  • Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI)
  • At least two (2) years interpreting experience in healthcare. Required

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