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Spanish Translation Specialist
Oregon Health & Science University FoundationTranslation Specialist providing accurate translations between English and Spanish for medical documents. Engaging with various departments at OHSU to produce timely translations and educational material.
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Hard Skills
translationmedical translationproofreadingproject managementcultural awarenesslinguistic principlesmedical terminologyCAT tool proficiencySpanish fluencyEnglish fluency
Soft Skills
effective communicationprofessionalismfriendly demeanorstrategic planningprocess improvementcollaborationeducational skillsattention to detailcultural knowledgeteam participation
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteWordExcelOutlookPowerPoint
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
Industry Keywords
LEP populationstranslation best practicesOHSU Code of Conduct
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Completes translation projects by rendering written text from one language into another while maintaining the meaning, structure, style, and intended impact of the original.
- Provides accurate translation of medical documents, letters, educational materials, and other translation projects as assigned by the supervisor.
- Proofreads and reviews translations and submits feedback to other translators.
- Consults resources appropriately to ensure accurate translations.
- Communicates effectively, professionally, and in a friendly manner for correspondence with translation requestors and contracted vendors.
- Actively participates in strategic planning and process improvement projects for department-wide initiatives.
- Monitors central translations inbox and supports with project management as assigned by the supervisor.
- Serves as a cultural and linguistic resource for internal departments, workgroups, and stakeholders.
- Works to promote use of translation services for LEP populations and educates on how to ensure effective, accurate, and timely translation of documents.
- Educates staff and faculty on topics of cultural awareness, LEP populations, and translation best practices.
- Complies with OHSU’s Code of Conduct and core department and job-specific competencies.
- Consistently performs the job duties in a professional manner.
- Works with other translators to research best standards for delivery of services.
- Participates in training, ongoing education, and staff meetings as required.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Five years of documented professional translation experience
- Three years of experience translating in the medical field
- Native Spanish-speaker with English fluency – both written and spoken
- Cultural knowledge of and ability to translate for target audiences from Mexico and Central America
- Full understanding of the translation process and knowledge of linguistic principles as they apply to translation
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience working with a CAT tool
- Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors
Benefits
Comp & perks- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements