A National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care • July 2004 •
‰ The interpreter treats as confidential, within the treating team, all information learned in the performance of their professional duties, while observing relevant requirements regarding disclosure. ‰ The interpreter strives to render the message accurately, conveying the content and spirit of the original message, taking into consideration its cultural context. ‰ The interpreter strives to maintain impartiality and refrains from counseling, advising or projecting personal biases or beliefs. ‰ The interpreter maintains the boundaries of the professional role, refraining from personal involvement. ‰The interpreter continuously strives to develop awareness of his/her own and other (including biomedical) cultures encountered in the performance of their professional duties. ‰ The interpreter treats all parties with respect. ‰ When the patient’s health, well-being, or dignity is at risk, the interpreter may be justified in acting as an advocate. Advocacy is understood as an action taken on behalf of an individual that goes beyond facilitating communication, with the intention of supporting good health outcomes. Advocacy must only be undertaken after careful and thoughtful analysis of the situation and if other less intrusive actions have not resolved the problem. ‰ The interpreter strives to continually further his/her knowledge and skills. ‰ The interpreter must at all times act in a professional and ethical manner.
Tenants for RID Professional Code of Conduct
Interpreters adhere to standards of confidential communication.
Interpreters possess the professional skills and knowledge required for the specific interpreting situation.
Interpreters conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to the specific interpreting situation.
Interpreters demonstrate respect for consumers.
Interpreters demonstrate respect for colleagues, interns, and students of the profession.
Interpreters maintain ethical business practices.
Interpreters engage in professional development.
Pro’s and Con’s of being an Interpreter Pros
You can pick which jobs you want and when you want to work
You work for yourself
Vacations whenever you want
Job growth expected 46%
Variety of training required
Helping people
Advocating for the deaf community
Cons
No insurance or health care benefits
You have to be know how much to save for taxes
Irregular hours
A lot of commuting
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