BFT Per Diem Spanish Medical Interpreter For MGH
Job ID: 3052865
Description:
Bulfinch Temporary Service is currently looking for a per diem Spanish Medical Interpreter to work for MGH and it's affiliated sites. Please note this position is temporary in nature and not eligible for benefits.
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
Under the direction of the Program Director, the incumbent serves as a Spanish Medical Interpreter for patients and staff. Relays information accurately and completely between speakers of two different languages in compliance with all office and hospital policies and procedures, particularly relating to patient confidentiality and informed consent, the National Standards of Practice and Interpreter Code of Ethics.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide accurate and skilled interpretations to help facilitate successful delivery of services to non-English speaking consumers. Explain MGH resources, office protocols, and limitations to clinicians and patients; make appropriate referrals; serve as a resource to both patients and providers to contribute to successful outcomes. Performs duties in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation. Adheres to hospital policies on customer relations and hospitality. Understands the hospital’s system of service delivery.
Language: Medical
Vocabulary: Spanish
Company: Massachusetts General Hospital (BFT - Bulfinch Temporary Service)
Contact Person: Apply online
Phone: (617) 726-2000
Assignment Date: 2017-11-29
Location: 55 Fruit St, Boston, MA 02114
Job Description: QUALIFICATIONS: · Fluency in English and Spanish – both oral and written · Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) or Certified Health Interpreter (CHI) credentials preferred · 1 to 2 years of experience in a healthcare setting as a medical interpreter with strong medical vocabulary · Minimum of 40-hr training in medical interpretation · Bachelor’s Degree in any area related to science or human services preferred · High level of customer service and a positive approach · Familiar with diversity of cultural/socio-economic backgrounds · Good interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills · Knowledge of computer systems SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Strong Linguistic Skills: · Understands variety of regional accents and linguistic styles and registers · Selects appropriate mode of interpretation for each situation
INTERPRETER TRAINING PROGRAMS
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