Arabic Medical Interpreter - Compassionate Patient Advocate

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Health System in Durham, NC seeks an Interpreter/Medical Escort to provide interpretation and translation services for non-English-speaking patients within the Duke Health System. Onsite duties include accurate information conveyance, documentation, and collaboration with care teams.

Qualifications emphasize High School Diploma, translation competency, medical terminology knowledge, and prior healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Provide interpretation, translation, and Medical escort services to assist non-English-speaking patients within the Duke Health System.
• Ability to work with diverse populations from various economic backgrounds and age groups.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters related to patient care and visitor issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation and translation services to patients and families.
• Communicate information accurately between patients and Duke staff.
• Maintain daily records of requests for service and provision of services.
• Participate in on-call coverage for interpretation/translation during non-business hours.

Skills

Interpretation

Translation

Customer service

Diversity sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Translation competency testing

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Job description

Duke University Health System in Durham, NC seeks an Interpreter/Medical Escort to provide interpretation and translation services for non-English-speaking patients within the Duke Health System. Onsite duties include accurate information conveyance, documentation, and collaboration with care teams.

Qualifications emphasize High School Diploma, translation competency, medical terminology knowledge, and prior healthcare experience preferred.