Medical Interpreter/Educator BWH

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

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an experienced interpreter trainer to lead staff interpreters, deliver on-site training, and develop programs that enhance communication in patient care. You will design curricula and assess outcomes to ensure staff proficiency and compliance.

The role requires strong English and a second language, expertise in medical terminology, and knowledge of culture-specific care. This position is onsite with a 40-hour work week at our Boston campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in interpretation is required.
• 3–5 years of interpreting experience.
• Fluency in English and a secondary language, written and spoken.
• Experience training medical terminology and interpreting skills.
• Knowledge of culture-specific care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and training to other on-staff interpreters, in classrooms and on-site.
• Assess training needs, design workshops, and deliver approved programs.
• Create lesson plans, materials, and assessment strategies.
• Develop and facilitate training classes to meet staff needs.

Skills

Interpreting

Leadership

Training development

Adult learning

Medical terminology

Culture-specific care

Bilingual competence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Interpretation

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummarySummaryResponsible for providing leadership and training to other Interpreters on staff, both in and outside the classroom.Does this position require Patient Care?YesEssential FunctionsInterprets/transliterates for advanced situations and in appropriate training situations as needed.Reports on the required training needs, creates training and workshop proposals, and delivers applicable training programs as approved.Defines training and workshop mission statements, target population, workshop goals and objectives.Creates lesson plans, records lesson materials, and devises assessment strategies and solutions.Determines and analyzes training needs; develops, coordinates, delivers, and facilitates training classes to meet departmental and staff needs.Qualifications1. Bachelor's Degree Interpreter required2. interpreting experience 3-5 years required3. Fluency of English and secondary language, both written and verbal.4. Prior training of medical terminology and interpreting skills.5. Knowledge of culture-specific care.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of principles and practices pertaining to post-secondary interpreting.Knowledge of leadership skills.Knowledge of adult learning principles.Knowledge of training practices, methods, and techniques.Skill in the development, presentation, and assessment of training courses.Skill in both verbal and written communication.Additional Job Details (if applicable)40 hr regularRemote TypeOnsiteWork Location75 Francis StreetScheduled Weekly Hours40Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$23.34 - $33.37/HourlyGrade5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.