Medical Interpreter (Cantonese or Mandarin) - Flexible PRN

UHS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System in Chicago seeks a Language Interpreter (Cantonese or Mandarin) to convert medical information into two languages, supporting physicians, staff, patients and families. The role emphasizes accurate medical terminology, confidentiality, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced psychiatric setting.

FLEX/PRN positions available; fluency in English and one other required languages is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; a degree or completion of medical assistant program may be beneficial; Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field is preferred.
• Acute in-patient experience working with children, adolescents and/or adults strongly preferred.
• Certification through an Agency or National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (CMI) preferred.
• Must be fluent in two languages (Spanish/English, Polish/English, Mandarin/English).

Responsibilities

• Conduct general and medical interpretation to staff, patients, and their families
• Note down and monitor interpretation activities according to hospital standards
• May be asked to translate written documents
• Always give reports to a Manager or Supervisor
• Observe obtain, and receive information from all relevant sources
• Audit, Compile, Calculate, Code, Tabulate, Enter, or verify information or data
• Ensure patient confidentiality
• Perform all crisis intervention techniques and respond to code situations
• Assist patient with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s) when necessary
• Provide 1:1 patient observation, conduct rounds and facilitate patient groups as necessary

Skills

Spanish/English

Polish/English

Mandarin/English

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System in Chicago seeks a Language Interpreter (Cantonese or Mandarin) to convert medical information into two languages, supporting physicians, staff, patients and families. The role emphasizes accurate medical terminology, confidentiality, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced psychiatric setting.

FLEX/PRN positions available; fluency in English and one other required languages is essential.