What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portuguese and Cape Verde Medical Interpreter II position at Boston Children's Hospital?
Position Description
This Portuguese and Cape Verde Medical Interpreter will be responsible for:
- Interpreting in person and over video for patients and families with limited or no English language proficiency in their interactions with care providers and other hospital personnel
- Sight translates/translates forms such as medical intake forms or instructions in the presence of the provider, according to the department’s practice. Translations should be no longer than two paragraphs or one page maximum. Otherwise, they will be outsourced to BCH vendors
- Recognizing cultural differences between families and providers and facilitates communication, bridging cultural gaps
- Providing general, non-technical information to allow patients to navigate the health care system
- Maintaining competency through independent study, participation in professional conferences and other continuing education programs
- Abiding by the professional code of ethics and standards of practice
- Complying with all hospital policies and department administrative requirements, including data collection processes
- Applying critical thinking, communication skills, and has a global grasp of the situation, coupled with linguistic skills acquired through a process of integrating formal and experiential knowledge
- Assisting patients in scheduling appointments. Translates other hospital literature for patients as schedule permits
- Maintaining computerized records of daily activities, including diary of daily patient transactions and payroll timekeeping
To qualify, you must have:
- 2 years of medical interpreting experience is required
- A High School diploma / GED required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Completion of a Medical Interpreter Training Course is required (typically a 60 hour course)
- A National Certification in Medical Interpreting is strongly preferred
- The ability to interpret in person at our Boston Hospital
- Written and verbal fluency in both English and language of specific population(s) served
Schedule: Monday - Friday approximately 8:30am - 5pm
Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
Status Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week 40
Job Posting Category Support Services
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem Regular
Office/Site Location Boston
Remote Eligibility Onsite Only
