Medical Interpreter & Patient Communications Specialist

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA is seeking a Communications Specialist (Interpreter) to facilitate multilingual communication between clinicians and patients. The role involves in-person, telephone, and tele-interpretation across clinical settings, upholding ethics and confidentiality.

Required are a High School Diploma or GED and interpreter training; multilingual abilities and computer skills are essential. The position offers 35 hours weekly, with occasional weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with basic technical training.
• Two years of college preferred; medical interpreter experience preferred.
• Medical Interpreter course required with proof of completion.
• National certification preferred; multiple language proficiency valued.
• Fluency in English and one or more foreign languages is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical interpretation in consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation modes.
• Interpret face-to-face, over the phone, and via video for clinicians and patients.
• Relate medical information accurately while maintaining confidentiality and ethics.
• Assist with scheduling interpreters and coordinating translation needs.

Skills

Fluent English

Second language

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of college (preferred)

Medical interpreter experience (preferred)

Medical Interpreter Course (required)

National Certification (preferred)

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA is seeking a Communications Specialist (Interpreter) to facilitate multilingual communication between clinicians and patients. The role involves in-person, telephone, and tele-interpretation across clinical settings, upholding ethics and confidentiality.

Required are a High School Diploma or GED and interpreter training; multilingual abilities and computer skills are essential. The position offers 35 hours weekly, with occasional weekends and holidays.