Interpreter/Cultural Mediator-Days
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on129, Weston Street, Hartford, Connecticut, 06120, United States
About the Role
The Interpreter/Cultural Mediator serves as a vital bridge between Spanish-speaking patients and families and hospital service providers. This position goes beyond simple translation; it coordinates the entire system of interpretation requests, arranges necessary coverage, and maintains critical data on interpretation needs to ensure equitable care.
In this role, you will facilitate interactions with deep respect for differing cultures, beliefs, and levels of understanding. You will support hospital staff in developing cultural competency when working with Latino populations, mediating cultural issues between staff and families to foster a more inclusive environment.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to providing high-quality care that honors the diverse backgrounds of our community. As an Interpreter/Cultural Mediator, you will demonstrate support for our mission, values, and goals through behaviors consistent with the CCMC STANDARDS, ensuring that age-related needs—from neonates to adolescents—are met with cultural sensitivity and expertise.
Work location
Work model: On-site
129, Weston Street, Hartford, Connecticut, 06120, United States
Hartford, Connecticut
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide Spanish/English interpretation between patients and hospital providers
- check_circleCoordinate the system of interpretation requests and arrange coverage
- check_circleMaintain accurate data on interpretation needs and logging requests
- check_circleConduct patient interactions with respect for cultural beliefs and understanding
- check_circleProvide accurate written translation for all documents into Spanish
- check_circleMediate cultural issues between staff and families
- check_circleIdentify opportunities to improve patient care and maintain quality data
- check_circleAssist hospital staff in developing cultural competency with Latino populations
Requirements
- verifiedFluency in spoken and written Spanish and English
- verifiedUndergraduate degree in human services or related field preferred
- verifiedBicultural preferred
Nice to Have
Undergraduate degree in human services or related field. Bicultural background.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Spanish, English.
Education: Undergraduate degree in human services or related field, preferred.
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In this Interpreter/Cultural Mediator-Days at Connecticut Children's role, you will provide spanish/english interpretation between patients and hospital providers; coordinate the system of interpretation requests and arrange coverage; maintain accurate data on interpretation needs and logging requests; and conduct patient interactions with respect for cultural beliefs and understanding.
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To qualify for the Interpreter/Cultural Mediator-Days at Connecticut Children's position, applicants should have: Fluency in spoken and written Spanish and English; Undergraduate degree in human services or related field preferred; and Bicultural preferred.
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Interpreter/Cultural Mediator-Days at Connecticut Children's is based in 129, Weston Street, Hartford, Connecticut, 06120, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Connecticut Children's has listed this Interpreter/Cultural Mediator-Days role as on-site.
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Key skills for Interpreter/Cultural Mediator-Days at Connecticut Children's include Spanish; and English.
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Educational requirements for this role: Undergraduate degree in human services or related field, preferred.
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Interpreter/Cultural Mediator-Days at Connecticut Children's is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Connecticut Children's
Connecticut Children's operates as a pediatric academic medical center located in Hartford, Connecticut, within the hospitals and health care industry. As the sole facility in the state dedicated exclusively to the health and well-being of children and families, the organization provides specialized care across more than 20 pediatric specialty areas. The institution maintains a significant clinical footprint with over 200 physicians alongside 200 pediatric residents and fellows working to advance medical innovation and technology.
The center functions as the primary teaching, clinical, and research site for the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Physicians and researchers at the facility focus on developing new treatments and improving outcomes for pediatric patients through dedicated research initiatives. This academic affiliation supports a robust environment for medical education and discovery while delivering comprehensive care to the community.
Connecticut Children's serves patients and families throughout the region, offering a wide range of services supported by its extensive network of specialists. The organization continues to prioritize the needs of young patients through its commitment to excellence in both clinical practice and medical education.
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