Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from La Rabida Children's Hospital
Job overview
The Medical Interpreter - Spanish Language at La Rabida Children's Hospital provides critical language interpretation to facilitate communication between healthcare providers and Spanish-speaking patients and their caregivers, supporting the hospital's mission to improve quality of life for children with complex conditions.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves accurately interpreting medical information between English and Spanish, translating medical texts, assisting with patient follow-ups, maintaining confidentiality, and occasionally working outside normal hours to support patient care.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20.00 to $25.00, medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, retirement savings with matching, employee assistance programs, paid time off, free parking, and monthly free lunches.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, preferably a medical interpretation certificate, at least 2 years of relevant experience, certification from recognized bodies like CCHI or NBCMI, fluency in Spanish, knowledge of medical terminology, strong interpersonal and communication skills, confidentiality adherence, and flexibility to work outside normal hours.
Work environment and culture
La Rabida Children's Hospital values compassionate, multidisciplinary teamwork and is committed to supporting families with children facing serious health challenges in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Company information
La Rabida Children's Hospital is a specialized acute care hospital in Chicago focused on treating children with complex medical conditions, chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities, and trauma, emphasizing comprehensive care and support.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Chicago, IL, at La Rabida Children's Hospital with a physical hospital environment and some requirement for flexibility in working hours.
Unique job features
The role is distinguished by its focus on serving a vulnerable pediatric population with complex health needs, requiring precise medical interpretation and offering unique benefits like free monthly lunches and pet insurance.
Company overview
La Rabida Children's Hospital is a specialized healthcare facility in Chicago dedicated to providing comprehensive care for children with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and complex conditions. They generate revenue through a combination of patient services, government funding, and philanthropic donations. Established in 1896, the hospital has a long history of serving vulnerable pediatric populations, emphasizing a multidisciplinary approach to treatment and family-centered care.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your fluency in Spanish and your certification from recognized bodies like CCHI or NBCMI, emphasizing your ability to accurately interpret and translate critical medical information.
Showcase your knowledge of medical terminology and procedures alongside your experience working in healthcare settings, particularly with pediatric or complex medical cases.
Apply through multiple platforms including La Rabida Children’s Hospital’s official career page, LinkedIn, and relevant healthcare job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current Medical Interpreters or Patient Care Administration staff on LinkedIn at La Rabida Children’s Hospital; start conversations by referencing your shared commitment to pediatric care or asking about their experience working with complex cases.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'medical interpreter,' 'Spanish language,' 'medical terminology,' 'patient confidentiality,' and 'healthcare communication' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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