Lang & Culture Specialist II / Spanish Interpreter / Fulltime

About the position

The position involves providing interpreting services in a culturally sensitive manner to facilitate communication between speakers of different languages at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). The role includes translating medical instructions, medication schedules, and hospital-related correspondence, while collaborating with healthcare team members to ensure effective patient care. The interpreter will also assist in training new staff interpreters.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services to facilitate communication between patients and healthcare providers.
• Translate medical instructions and medication schedules for patients and families.
• Assist in the translation of hospital-related administrative correspondence.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members in the delivery of care.
• Comply with hospital policies regarding patient confidentiality and informed consent.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new staff interpreters.

Requirements

• Bilingual in Spanish is required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience interpreting and translating in a healthcare setting.
• Experience working with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Competency in written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
• Ability to translate and interpret medical terminology.
• Experience interpreting and translating with patients at various developmental and educational levels.
• Completion of a minimum of 40-hour Healthcare Interpreter training.
• Healthcare Interpreter National Certification or equivalent credentialing (where applicable).
• Translator Certification (where applicable by language) through ATA.
• 85%-90% Score for Language Proficiency from a vendor selected by CHLA.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related discipline preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Robust benefits program
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive work environment
• Diversity and inclusion initiatives