In collaboration with other departments and contracted services, the Language Access Services team provides language services to healthcare providers, patients, and families as required by patient care needs and regulatory compliance for non-English speaking, Limited English Proficiency (LEP), and deaf and hard-of-hearing patients. Interpreter services are provided 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Interprets and translates spoken and written English into spoken or written language or other dialect for patients and providers at multiple affiliates. Understands the culture and community served and applies that knowledge to promote effective cross-cultural communication. Works with people of diverse cultures. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.
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