Spanish Medical Interpreter - Accurate Clinical Communication

Caring Health Center, Inc.; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Caring Health Center, Inc. in Springfield, MA seeks a Spanish Medical Interpreter to support the Interpreter Services department.

This full-time, on-site role requires precise interpretation across medical encounters and accurate translation of written materials. The ideal candidate holds at least an Associate's degree or high school diploma with fluency in English and Spanish, medical interpretation training, and strong report-writing skills to document patient encounters.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or High School Diploma or equivalent background and experience.
• Complete fluency in English and the target language (Spanish).
• Experience in a broad medical field or completion of a medical interpreter training program.
• Strong writing skills and ability to prepare effective reports.

Responsibilities

• Interpret with accuracy in verbal interpretation, sight translation, and written translation.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional conduct in all patient interactions.
• Explain the interpreter role to patients and providers and facilitate direct communication when possible.
• Advise on cultural considerations and intervene when language barriers impede care.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Medical interpretation

Report writing

Education

Associate degree

High School diploma

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Caring Health Center, Inc. in Springfield, MA seeks a Spanish Medical Interpreter to support the Interpreter Services department.

This full-time, on-site role requires precise interpretation across medical encounters and accurate translation of written materials. The ideal candidate holds at least an Associate's degree or high school diploma with fluency in English and Spanish, medical interpretation training, and strong report-writing skills to document patient encounters.