Certified Medical Interpreter — English/Spanish

Focus Interpreting Inc; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid per assignment/per hour

Job summary

Focus Interpreting in Utah is seeking a Medical Certified English-Spanish Interpreter to join our team. In this essential role, you will provide professional interpreting services in medical settings, ensuring clear and accurate communication between English-speaking healthcare professionals and Spanish-speaking patients.

You will facilitate in-person interpretation during appointments, translate medical terminology, maintain confidentiality, and stay current with healthcare practices.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Spanish with strong oral and written skills.
• Medical interpretation certification and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Experience in medical interpreting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate in-person interpretation during medical appointments, ensuring patients understand diagnoses, treatments, and procedures.
• Translate medical terminology accurately to assist providers and patients in understanding each other.
• Adhere to confidentiality and HIPAA regulations when handling patient information.
• Prepare for medical appointments by familiarizing yourself with terms and patient backgrounds.
• Continuously enhance knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare practices to improve service delivery.

Skills

Fluency in English and Spanish

Medical terminology

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal skills

Experience in medical interpreting

Job description

Focus Interpreting in Utah is seeking a Medical Certified English-Spanish Interpreter to join our team. In this essential role, you will provide professional interpreting services in medical settings, ensuring clear and accurate communication between English-speaking healthcare professionals and Spanish-speaking patients.

You will facilitate in-person interpretation during appointments, translate medical terminology, maintain confidentiality, and stay current with healthcare practices.