Medical Interpreter - Spanish or Dine

Are you fluent in Spanish or Dine and passionate about bridging the communication gap between healthcare providers and patients? Do you have a strong understanding of medical terminology and cultural nuances? Join our team at Presbyterian Healthcare Services as a Medical Interpreter and play a vital role in providing high-quality, culturally sensitive care to our diverse patient population. In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your language skills and cultural knowledge to facilitate effective communication between patients and healthcare providers. If you are a compassionate and skilled interpreter with a desire to make a positive impact on the healthcare industry, we encourage you to apply!

1. Act as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients by providing accurate and culturally sensitive interpretation services in Spanish or Dine.
2. Facilitate effective communication between healthcare providers and patients of diverse backgrounds by interpreting medical terminology and complex information.
3. Demonstrate a deep understanding and knowledge of cultural nuances to ensure accurate interpretation and promote cultural competency.
4. Adhere to strict standards of confidentiality and ethical practices while interpreting for patients and healthcare providers.
5. Provide high-quality interpretation services in a timely manner, ensuring that all parties involved understand and are able to communicate effectively.
6. Collaborate with healthcare providers and other team members to ensure accurate and consistent communication throughout the patient's care.
7. Continuously update and expand medical terminology knowledge to ensure accurate interpretation of complex medical information.
8. Advocate for patients' rights and needs by ensuring their voices are accurately represented through interpretation.
9. Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance interpreting skills and stay updated on industry standards and best practices.
10. Maintain accurate and detailed records of interpretation services provided for documentation and billing purposes.
11. Demonstrate a compassionate and empathetic demeanor towards patients, creating a safe and trusting environment for effective communication.
12. Contribute to the improvement of our interpretation services by providing feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement.
13. Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures, including those related to patient care and confidentiality.
14. Keep abreast of changing laws and regulations related to medical interpretation and communicate any changes to relevant team members.
15. Collaborate with other interpreters and team members to ensure smooth and efficient operations within the interpretation department.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Medical Interpreter - Spanish or Dine in Albuquerque, NM, USA is $19-$25 per hour. This equates to an annual salary range of $39,520-$52,000 based on a standard 40-hour work week.

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a private not-for-profit health care system and health care provider in the State of New Mexico. It owns and operates 8 hospitals in 7 New Mexico communities. It also operates Presbyterian Health Plan.