Bilingual Medical Interpreter — Patient Experience Champion

Women & Infants Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Women & Infants Hospital seeks a Medical Interpreter to relay critical medical information between patients, providers, and staff while upholding confidentiality and informed consent. The role supports the department’s operation and acts as a cultural and linguistic resource across care settings.

The interpreter will ensure accurate communication of outpatient, inpatient, and ongoing care information, and will participate in ongoing education to maintain professional competency in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent with an approved certification in medical translation.
• Proficiency as a medical interpreter in a healthcare setting.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate verbal communication between clinicians and patients.
• Convey information accurately without summarizing or altering meaning.
• Preserve patient confidentiality at all times.
• Serve as a cultural and linguistic resource for patients and staff.
• Participate in continuing education and competency training.
• Work collaboratively as part of a care team.

Skills

Interpreting

Cultural awareness

Ethical judgment

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical interpreter certification

Job description

Women & Infants Hospital seeks a Medical Interpreter to relay critical medical information between patients, providers, and staff while upholding confidentiality and informed consent. The role supports the department’s operation and acts as a cultural and linguistic resource across care settings.

The interpreter will ensure accurate communication of outpatient, inpatient, and ongoing care information, and will participate in ongoing education to maintain professional competency in a fast-paced