REQUIRED

1. High school diploma, equivalent education (GED), OR post-secondary education. 
2. Two (2) years of experience in a healthcare, medical setting, customer service, advocacy, or related field, one of which must have been dedicated to medical interpretation.
3. Certificate from a Medical Interpretation Program provided by a College, University, ALTA Language Services, Bridging the Gap, or Language Line Academy confirming successful completion of forty (40) to sixty (60) hours of Medical Interpreter Training OR Certification as a Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) through the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI), or Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI).
4. Successful completion of the Interpreter Skills Test (IST) with passing score as administered by Northside Hospital to verify demonstration of the advanced skills necessary for Medical Interpretation.

PREFERRED

1. Higher level education degree (Bachelors, Masters, etc.) from an accredited College or University.
2. Two (2) years of medical interpreter experience.
3. Demonstrated Proficiency in a third language as validated through successful completion of the Interpreter Skills Test (IST) as described above.
4. Graduate of an accredited Foreign Language Program.
5. Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
6. General computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs