There are many happy moments in healthcare interpreting, but if you're considering making it a career, you need to ask yourself if you can handle the situations that aren't so rose-colored.
When Role Boundaries Cramp Your Style
The interpreter's adherence to ethical role boundaries can leave an interpreter feeling unfulfilled and frustrated. Find alternative ways to counterbalance these frustrations.
Exploring Boundaries Between Interpreters and Medical Team Members
The medical interpreter’s professional and ethical expectations apply to everyone in every encounter. How does this influence social or personal relationships between professionals?
In Search of Bright Spots in the News
Being in touch with current events is relevant to the work of medical interpreters, but it can get overwhelming and exhausting. Be sure to find bright spots when keeping up on the news.