Bilingual Medical Interpreter — Admissions & Care Team

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Language Services Associate Interpreter at Hackensack Meridian Health serves as a liaison for non-English speaking patients, providing interpreting during admission and registration and supporting the clinical team to bridge language and cultural barriers to ensure clear communication and safe care.

You will work in a rotating schedule that may include weekends or holidays, require fluency in English and another language, and hold or pursue certification in medical interpreting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Fluent in English and another language, both spoken and written.
• Certification in medical interpreter training.
• Knowledge of cultural and perceptual factors affecting communication.
• Warm, friendly demeanor with teamwork and customer service.
• Rotating shifts, may include weekends/holidays.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison for language needs of non-English speaking patients.
• Support admission and registration with interpretation and communication.

Job description

The Language Services Associate Interpreter at Hackensack Meridian Health serves as a liaison for non-English speaking patients, providing interpreting during admission and registration and supporting the clinical team to bridge language and cultural barriers to ensure clear communication and safe care.

You will work in a rotating schedule that may include weekends or holidays, require fluency in English and another language, and hold or pursue certification in medical interpreting.