Medical Interpreter - Per Diem (Spanish)
Partner's Healthcare

Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

Job Summary
Under the direction of the manager, the incumbent serves as a medical interpreter for patients and staff and supports the operations of the department, in the consecutive, simultaneous, and sight translation modes. Relays medical information between speakers of two different languages in compliance with all office and hospital policies and procedures, particularly relating to patient confidentiality and informed consent, passing performance of competencies listed in the MMIA Standards of Practice, and the Code of Ethics. Also assists department with on-the-job training and mentoring of interpreter internships.

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in any area related to science or human services. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a healthcare setting as a medical interpreter. Fluency in English and one or more foreign languages. Demonstrated oral and written skills. Minimum of Advanced Mid proficiency level according to ACTFL -http://www.actfl.org/files/public/Guidelinesspeak.pdf. Ability to accurately translate into/from working language(s). Strong knowledge of medical vocabulary. Completion of Medical Interpreter training (minimum of 40 hours college-level interpreting training preferred) Demonstrated customer service skills; Ability to work with diverse cultural/socio-economic backgrounds; Strong organizational and time management skills; Computer proficiency.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

243-245 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

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