Mandarin Medical Interpreter for Elder Care

TEEMA Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Group is seeking a Medical Interpreter/Translator to ensure clear, accurate, and culturally sensitive communication between patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in an on-site setting across multiple center locations in the San Jose area.

The role requires bilingual proficiency in English or Mandarin, strong confidentiality, and the ability to travel as needed to support services for elderly populations. Collaboration within a diverse team is essential.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency (verbal and written) in English or Mandarin.
• English fluency (verbal and written) required.
• Interest in, experience with, or demonstrated ability to work with elderly populations.
• Ability to work effectively within a diverse, collaborative team environment.
• Professional, flexible, and resourceful approach to work.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality and respect for patient health information.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness when working with diverse populations.
• Computer literacy and the ability to use standard office and documentation tools.
• Ability and willingness to travel to different center locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpretation services, including the use of appropriate medical terminology, for patients and staff as needed.
• Translate non-legally binding documents such as training materials, medical appointment information, and patient communications.
• Work directly with team members and patients to support effective communication across care settings.
• Coordinate and manage scheduling to provide interpretation services at multiple center locations.
• Fulfill all administrative responsibilities, including documentation, recordkeeping, participation in meetings, and completion of satisfaction surveys.
• Demonstrate professionalism, discretion, and respect for patient health information at all times.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

Job description

TEEMA Group is seeking a Medical Interpreter/Translator to ensure clear, accurate, and culturally sensitive communication between patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals in an on-site setting across multiple center locations in the San Jose area.

The role requires bilingual proficiency in English or Mandarin, strong confidentiality, and the ability to travel as needed to support services for elderly populations. Collaboration within a diverse team is essential.