Mandarin Interpreter for Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Responsible for assessing the needs of Mandarin speaking International patients and providing assistance by interpretation of consent forms, diagnoses, discharge plans and any other type of patient-related information. Meets patients at the International Patient Center and escorts patient to all medical and medical related services. Serve as a resource to both patients and providers to contribute to successful patient experience.
Qualifications:
· Bachelors Degree with a concentration in a human relations field (i.e. Sociology, Psychology) highly preferable.
· At least 2 years of college level education and 2 years of hospital and/or health care related experience in a position of direct patient contact.
· Fluency of English and Mandarin, both written and verbal
· Prior training of medical terminology and interpreting skills.
· Knowledge of culture-specific care.
Language: Mandarin Chinese
Vocabulary: Medical
Company: Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Contact Person: Recruiting Department: BWH International Office
Phone: (617) 732-5500
Assignment Date: 2017-10-02
Location: BWH Main Campus 75 Francis St Boston 02115
Job Description: SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: · Strong ability to concentrate, detail oriented and possess culturally sensitive care and underlying issue regarding their patient, as well as transmit all information as accurately as possible. · Strong linguistic and interpreting skills. · Strong interpersonal skills in difficult and demanding situations. · Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision. · High level of customer service and team building. Standing and walking required 95% of time
INTERPRETER TRAINING PROGRAMS
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