Bilingual Medical Interpreter - Patient Care Liaison (Onsite)

Anna Jaques Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an experienced medical interpreter to facilitate direct interpretation between clinicians and Spanish-speaking patients in a hospital setting. The role requires bilingual fluency, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work well within a team.

On-site duties may include training staff and supporting outreach activities. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (BA/BS preferred), one year of healthcare interpreting experience, and strong interpersonal

Qualifications

• Bi-lingual (oral and written) bi-cultural skills.
• Medical interpreting skills, including accuracy and memory.
• Basic anatomy and physiology vocabulary in English and Spanish; third language (Russian or Haitian Creole) preferred.
• One year of experience as an interpreter in a healthcare environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Medical interpreting between clinician and patient during encounters (in-person or telephone).
• Liaison between patients and staff; inform clinicians about cultural considerations.
• Interpret for ancillary departments and for non-clinical staff as needed.
• Assist with training staff interpreters and scheduling interpreters.
• Edit translated materials and support interpreter services coordination.
• Orient patients to hospital and participate in community outreach as needed.
• May perform on-call duties evenings, weekends or holidays.
• Support and cover Interpreter Services Coordinator when required.

Skills

Bi-lingual

Medical interpreting

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (GED)

BA/BS preferred

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an experienced medical interpreter to facilitate direct interpretation between clinicians and Spanish-speaking patients in a hospital setting. The role requires bilingual fluency, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to work well within a team.

On-site duties may include training staff and supporting outreach activities. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED (BA/BS preferred), one year of healthcare interpreting experience, and strong interpersonal