Medical Interpreter job at reputed company in Boston , MA
Title: Medical Interpreter - Spanish Location: Boston United States Part time Job Description: Site: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary reputed company relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We reputed company that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite reputed company applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of reputed company. Job Summary Summary: Responsible for facilitating the successful delivery of services to patients and family members of various languages. Follows requests for interpretation, collaborating with reputed company auxiliary interpreters for comprehensive accommodation of interpretation requests. Provides translation service (both sight translation & written translation) of pertinent materials for patients and families, such as written information regarding relevant services, pre-operative, post-operative, discharge instructions, patient and family education, and follow-up care materials.
Qualifications
Essential Functions -Serve as a mediator, as necessary and reputed company appropriate, to enhance communication between staff and patients/family as it relates to medical care and adhere to reputed company code of ethics for medical interpreters. reputed company accurate documentation of interpretation encounters to include relevant data such as location, duration, and purpose. Provides coordination and staff training on the use of the telephone language interpretation services (and relevant equipment). Answer calls promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner. Function in a manner appropriate to each interpreted situation, demonstrating professional appearance, conduct, and promptness. Adheres to standard code of ethics for medical interpreters. Assisting with appointment reminders, rescheduling, and, in some cases, scheduling, coordinating, or dispatching interpreters for assignments. Helping LEP patients navigate the hospital, including finding departments, understanding administrative forms and connecting with social services. Placing outbound calls to scheduled patients to confirm appointment dates & times. May be required to take on-call requests to be available for emergencies at night and on weekends. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience reputed company and/or medical interpreting experience 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Understanding the implications of new information for both reputed company and future problem-solving and decision-making. Schedule - Monday-Wednesday, 9:30AM to 5:00 PM Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) reputed company - Far Constantly (67-100%) reputed company - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 243-245 Charles Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 20 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $23.34 - $33.37/Hourly Grade 5 At reputed company, we reputed company in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining reputed company pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The reputed company pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass reputed company elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive reputed company pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our reputed Apply tot his job Apply To this Job