Medical Interpreter
Company: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
Location: Oakland
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Summary:
Under the direction, guidance, and supervision of the Manager of
Interpreter Services, this position serves as a bilingual medical
interpreter for providers, patients and families in both the
inpatient and outpatient hospital setting.
Position Requirements:
Education: High School graduate or Equivalent.
Experience: 2 years as a Medical Interpreter, preferably within an
inpatient hospital setting.
License/Certification: Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) or
Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI) highly preferred.
Skills and Abilities: Bilingual in English and target language
(Spanish, Mam). Bilingual skills in identifying basic body parts.
Bilingual skills in basic medical terminology. Triadic method of
interpreting. Basic knowledge of medical diagnosis and
implications. Basic knowledge of hospital departments. Demonstrated
medical translation skills. Ability to work in a high stress, high
volume area. Understanding of cultural, spiritual and developmental
needs of pediatric patient and family. Working knowledge of
computers, including MS Office Suite (Excel,Word). Working
knowledge of typing and computer systems. Ability to utilize HIS
computer system for entering daily statistics and retrieving
patient information.
Candidates must successfully complete a Children's Hospital Oakland
interpreter skills assessment including testing of language
competency. The assessment covers both oral and written skills.
Physical Requirements:
Sit: Up to 6 hours/day
Stand/Walk: Up to 6 hours
Bend/Stoop: Up to 3 hours
Reach: Up to 6 hours
Rep Use of UE: Up to 6 hours
Lift/Push/Pull: 25 lbs, over 25# with assistance or equipment
This job requires the ability to hear alarms, clients and/or
instruction. The ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20
feet. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this
position.
Keywords: UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, Oakland , Medical Interpreter, Healthcare , Oakland, California
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