About this role
Job Requirements Position Summary The Russian/Ukrainian Medical Interpreter provides medical and general interpreting services for limited English proficient patients/guests on an PRN (as-needed) basis.
Please note that this position is in-person in the hospital setting. It is not a remote position.
Qualified candidates must be able to interpret BOTH Russian and Ukrainian.
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.