Per Diem Portuguese Medical Interpreter (In-Person)

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Interpreter for an in-person, per diem role to support clinicians and patients in Portuguese-English encounters across outpatient settings. The position emphasizes accurate interpretation, cultural context, and patient liaison responsibilities.

The role includes translating materials, coordinating with staff, and assisting in training interpreters while contributing to an environment welcoming Portuguese-speaking patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree or experience.
• Excellent rating on Interpreter Assessment Evaluation.
• Bi-lingual (oral and written) bi-cultural skills.
• Medical interpreting skills, including accuracy and memory.
• Basic anatomy and physiology vocabulary in English and Portuguese.
• Experience working as an interpreter in a clinical environment.
• Ability to work well as a team with clinicians and patients.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Medical interpreting between clinician and patient during face-to-face or telephone encounters.
• Acts as a liaison between patients and staff.
• Translates materials into Portuguese patient information and edits translated materials.
• Identifies areas to better meet the needs of Portuguese-speaking communities.
• Explains interpreter model to clinicians and patients.
• Assists with training staff interpreters.
• Orients patients to the hospital and coordinates scheduling of interpreters.
• Supports patients with issues relating to their care at the hospital.

Skills

Bi-lingual communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree or experience

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Medical Interpreter for an in-person, per diem role to support clinicians and patients in Portuguese-English encounters across outpatient settings. The position emphasizes accurate interpretation, cultural context, and patient liaison responsibilities.

The role includes translating materials, coordinating with staff, and assisting in training interpreters while contributing to an environment welcoming Portuguese-speaking patients.