Interpreter - Portuguese / Spanish en Tower Health

Interpreters provide medical and general interpreting between patient and family members and, providers, employees, and other internal and external constituents as needed. Assist patients and family members with paperwork, documentation, communication and other aspects of interacting with others that must be completed or helps to make their Hospital experience successful. Is a proactive resource to all patients and family members as needed. 

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Education and Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma - OR - GED
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred 
• Bridging the Gap ToT is accredited by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
• CMI through NBCMI or ATA Certified or CTP

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in medical interpretation, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and English, with strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• Listening Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Organizational Skills

About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.

Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.