Impactful Spanish Medical Interpreter – Onsite

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Boston seeks a bilingual medical interpreter to ensure accurate interpretation and translation of patient information and care instructions. You will collaborate with qualified auxiliary interpreters to support language access for diverse patients and families, including sight and written translation of materials.

The role emphasizes documentation, coordination, and training staff on telephone interpretation tools. Shift: 30 hours per week, onsite at 75 Francis Street.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree with a concentration in a human relations field (i.e. Sociology, Psychology) highly preferable.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Fluency of English and Spanish, both written and verbal.
• Prior training of medical terminology and interpreting skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a mediator, as necessary and when appropriate, to enhance communication between staff and patients/family as it relates to medical care and adhere to the standard code of ethics for medical interpreters.
• Keep accurate documentation of interpretation encounters to include relevant data such as location, duration, and purpose.
• Provides coordination and staff training on the use of the telephone language interpretation services (and relevant equipment).
• Answer calls promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
• Function in a manner appropriate to each interpreted situation, demonstrating professional appearance, conduct, and promptness.
• Adheres to standard code of ethics for medical interpreters.

Skills

English–Spanish fluency

Medical interpreting training

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor degree in human relations field

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mass General Brigham in Boston seeks a bilingual medical interpreter to ensure accurate interpretation and translation of patient information and care instructions. You will collaborate with qualified auxiliary interpreters to support language access for diverse patients and families, including sight and written translation of materials.

The role emphasizes documentation, coordination, and training staff on telephone interpretation tools. Shift: 30 hours per week, onsite at 75 Francis Street.