What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Translator position at IHMS?
Job Description
This position is in support of the Influx Care Facility located in Carrizo Springs, TX. The purpose of the facility is to provide comprehensive care for migrant youths ages 13 to 17 in the Care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) who are awaiting reunification or repatriation. This care will begin as soon as the youths arrive at the facility and last until their arranged departure with family or sponsors. The comprehensive care includes but is not limited to initial screening and exams, identifications of prior conditions and allergies, day to day care of routine, urgent and emergency medical conditions.
The Medical Translator facilitates clear and accurate communication between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring that language barriers do not impede access to vital medical care. This role is essential in conveying health information, providing emotional support, and ensuring that immigrant families understand treatment options and medical instructions.
Key Responsibilities
- Translate written documents, such as medical records, legal documents, and other important paperwork.
- Interpret spoken conversations in real time during meetings, conferences, or appointments.
- Review and edit translated materials for accuracy and clarity.
- Collaborate with other translators and professionals to ensure consistent terminology usage.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy regulations, such as HIPAA, when handling sensitive information.
- Assist with documentation review and translation for social work or community outreach programs
- Provide interpretation services using American Sign Language (ASL) for individuals with hearing impairments.
- Conduct research to stay updated on industry-specific terminology and language trends.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience Required :
Education Required :
Other Special Qualifications :
Additional Information
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Compensation| Min : $23hr Max : $37hr
Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International Health and Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws
International Health and Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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