Patient Care Assistant BWH
massgeneralbrigham
Spanish Medical Interpreter BWH
massgeneralbrigham· 2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
About this role
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.
Follows requests for interpretation, collaborating with qualified auxiliary interpreters for comprehensive accommodation of interpretation requests. Provides translation service (both sight translation & written translation) of pertinent materials for patients and families, such as written information regarding relevant services, pre-operative, post-operative, discharge instructions, patient and family education, and follow-up care materials.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Serve as a mediator, as necessary and when appropriate, to enhance communication between staff and patients/family as it relates to medical care and adhere to the standard code of ethics for medical interpreters.
-Keep accurate documentation of interpretation encounters to include relevant data such as location, duration, and purpose.
-Provides coordination and staff training on the use of the telephone language interpretation services (and relevant equipment).
-Answer calls promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
-Function in a manner appropriate to each interpreted situation, demonstrating professional appearance, conduct, and promptness.
-Adheres to standard code of ethics for medical interpreters.Onsite75 Francis Street30RegularDay (United States of America)2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
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Job Summary
Responsible for facilitating the successful delivery of services to patients and family members of various languages.Follows requests for interpretation, collaborating with qualified auxiliary interpreters for comprehensive accommodation of interpretation requests. Provides translation service (both sight translation & written translation) of pertinent materials for patients and families, such as written information regarding relevant services, pre-operative, post-operative, discharge instructions, patient and family education, and follow-up care materials.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Serve as a mediator, as necessary and when appropriate, to enhance communication between staff and patients/family as it relates to medical care and adhere to the standard code of ethics for medical interpreters.
-Keep accurate documentation of interpretation encounters to include relevant data such as location, duration, and purpose.
-Provides coordination and staff training on the use of the telephone language interpretation services (and relevant equipment).
-Answer calls promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
-Function in a manner appropriate to each interpreted situation, demonstrating professional appearance, conduct, and promptness.
-Adheres to standard code of ethics for medical interpreters.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
1. Bachelors Degree with a concentration in a human relations field (i.e. Sociology, Psychology) highly preferable. High school diploma or equivalent required
2. Healthcare and/or medical interpreting experience 2-3 years preferred
3. Fluency of English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
4. Prior training of medical terminology and interpreting skills.
5. Knowledge of culture-specific care.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Shift: 30hr day position
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly
Grade
5
EEO Statement:
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The listed salary for this Spanish Medical Interpreter BWH position at massgeneralbrigham is USD 23–33. This is an Part time role.
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This is listed as a Part time position. It is posted as a Spanish Medical Interpreter BWH role in the 2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. department at massgeneralbrigham.
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Spanish Medical Interpreter BWH
massgeneralbrigham · 💰 USD 23–33
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