Japanese Interpreter (Clinic) (JLPT N2) (686068)

PERSOL; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical clinic is seeking an Interpreter with JLPT N2 proficiency to provide coordination between patients and healthcare providers. The role involves explaining medical information to patients, assisting clinic staff, managing registrations and medical records, and handling insurance communications. Candidates should have at least one year of experience using Japanese, with prior clinic experience considered an advantage. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• JLPT N2 or above is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience using Japanese.
• Experience working in a clinic environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Explain patients’ conditions to doctors.
• Assist pharmacy staff and handle patient records.
• Manage appointment bookings and billing tasks.
• Communicate with insurance companies.
• Prepare and submit daily reports.

Skills

Japanese language proficiency (JLPT N2)

Communication skills

Data entry skills

Job description

Interpreter (JLPT N2) (Japanese Medical Clinic) (686068)

Explaining patients’ conditions to doctors

Explaining medication instructions to patients (confirming with doctors when unclear)

Assisting pharmacy staff

Accurately entering prescription details into the system (ensuring correct patient information, medication, dosage, administration method, timing, and quantity), etc.

2) Clinic Reception Duties

Relaying messages (verbal, email, and written)

Registering new and existing patients and explaining payment methods

Handling appointment bookings and preparing patient records

Booking and managing vaccination appointments and lists

Receiving test results, confirming them with doctors, informing patients, and filing records

Replenishing and preparing necessary forms

Preparing invoices and handling billing

3) Insurance Administrative Tasks

Communicating with insurance companies and performing data entry

4) Accounting & Administrative Tasks

Preparing and submitting daily reports

Handling bank-related tasks

Creating daily and monthly sales reports

Faxing, scanning, and filing documents

Preparing postal mail and invoices

Submitting monthly attendance reports

Coordinating with vendors, suppliers, and hospitals, etc.

Job Requirements:

JLPT N2 or above

Minimum of 1 year of work experience using Japanese

Experience working in a clinic environment is an advantage