Spanish Interpreter ED (PRN) - Military Veterans
at Cook Children's Health Care System
Location:
Medical Center-ProsperDepartment:
Case ManagementShift:
Varying Shifts (United States of America)Standard Weekly Hours:
4Summary:
The Spanish Interpreter will provide patient, guardians, and staff access to employees who accurately interpret via face-to-face encounters during designated hours noted in the designated broadcasting system. Spanish Interpreters are bilingual and proficient in English and Spanish to interpret health care information to and from Spanish-speaking patients/guardians and Cook Children's Medical Center Prosper health care providers. Provides Spanish Interpretation and Translation for all aspects of emergency care and inpatient care. Act as a Language Liaison between the patient, guardians, and staff in support of the medical plan of care. Facilitates acquisition of Interpreter Services for non-Spanish Languages (via OPI/over the phone interpreter, VRI/video remote interpreter and/or on-site interpreter contract services).
Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Familiarity with medical terminology is an asset
Previous interpretation / translation experience preferred
Spanish interpreters / translators must meet Spanish proficiency levels defined by Cook Children's Health Care System and measured by objective and nationally recognized oral language, reading and writing tests
All applicants are tested to determine their Spanish proficiency level to qualify for employment. Testing is administered by a contracted testing service
CPR - BLS required within 30 days of employment
About Us:
Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.
Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.
Prosper, TX
Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.
At Cook Children's, we believe it's not just about finding a position, it's about finding the right fit for your career. We are driven by our unique Promise that challenges us every day to push the boundaries of care inside our walls and far beyond them. It motivates us to help ensure that children and families can have healthy, happy lives. This vision not only binds us together, but gives each of us a purpose at work, at home, and in our communities. Our Promise is more than what we do. It's who we are, because ... #WeAreCookChildren's.