Medical Interpreter jobs in New Hampshire

Medical Interpreter conducts medical and general interpreting for staff, patients, and their families. Assesses and monitors patients' understanding of information conveyed. Being a Medical Interpreter advises medical personnel about any cultural issues that might impact patient care. Records and monitors interpretation activities according to hospital and department standards. Additionally, Medical Interpreter may be required to translate written documents. Requires familiarity with medical terminology. Requires fluency in one or more languages in addition to English. May require an associate degree or equivalent. May require Translation certificate. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Interpreter works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Medical Interpreter typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Indonesian Medical Interpreter Per Diem
  • Wentworth-Douglass Hospital(WDH)
  • Dover, NH PER_DIEM
  • Description

    Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.

    Wentworth-Douglass Hospital remains among the nation's top hospitals for patient experience as a recipient of the Healthgrades 2021 Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the eighth consecutive year. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is renowned as one of the largest acute care hospitals in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire and Southern Maine. At Wentworth-Douglass, we value people who contribute to patient-centered care that enhances community health; we recognize and reward those who share our values and transform our patients' lives. We invite you to explore opportunities, cultivate community wellness and professional growth.


    Under the direction of the Interpreter Services/Communications Manager, the incumbent serves as a medical interpreter for patients, physicians, and all other hospital staff as necessary. Supports the operations of the department. The incumbent will facilitate communication across language barriers. Relays medical information between speakers of two different languages in compliance with all hospital policies and procedures, appropriate credentials, proficiency assessment and all other regulatory requirements specific to assignment. Job Description: Helps facilitate successful delivery of services to linguistically diverse patients. Communicating with patients as necessary. Communicating with the manager and coordinators as necessary and assist with special projects as assigned.
    1. Establishes Relationship with prospective client.
    o Introduces self as the qualified interpreter by naming the approved language(s) to all parties.
    o Selects appropriate mode of interpretation for each situation. Interprets with highest degree in accuracy. Demonstrates knowledge of assessing meaning of culture for individual clients and client groups.
    o Selects appropriate interpreting mode according to interpretation needs as per Standards, so that message is accurate and complete: Consecutive, Simultaneous, sight, relay, and summarization.
    o Maintains a professional demeanor at all times during an encounter and while communicating with staff members: Mimics staff facial expressions when appropriate
    o Assures that all parties understand each other by using teaching back techniques when appropriate (i.e. discharge instructions).
    2. Helps facilitate successful delivery of services to linguistically diverse patients.
    o Only provides Sight Interpretation translation under special circumstances, such as assisting client with completing Medical History Forms, Discharge Instructions, and Billing Reports.
    o Refrains from explaining medical meaning and needs to encourage patient to communicate directly with the provider.
    o Sets the tone so that session can be effectively and accurately conveyed from target language to English and back and forth: Appropriate eye contact, when possible crates a triangle with seating arrangements, inform all parties in their respective language by managing a clear and concise introduction.
    3. Communicating with the Communications Manager and Coordinator as needed.
    o Utilize Outlook for communication between Coordinator and Manager. Views calendar for scheduled assignments. Responds quickly to interpreter requests.
    o Ability to multitask, flexible to meet scheduling needs and handle unpredictable change.
    o Maintain interpreter skills by continuing education classes such as webinars and workshops.
    o Assists with special projects as assigned.

    Qualifications Experience Minimum Required
    * Fluency in English and one or more foreign languages, both oral and written.
    * 2-4 years of experience in a healthcare setting as a medical interpreter with strong medically vocabulary (including vocabulary of medical specialties)
    Education Minimum Required
    * High School Diploma or equivalent.
    * Ability to provide all required credentials, training and competencies required for specific language in addition to English.
    Education Preferred/Desired
    * Bachelor's degree - or Certified Medical interpreter
    * Training Minimum Required
    * Language Proficiency Assessment.
    * Certificate of Completion -Medical Interpreter Training Program.
    Special Skills Minimum Required
    * High level of customer service and a positive approach
    * Familiarity and ability to work with diversity or cultural backgrounds of patients to be served.
    * Good interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills.
    * Knowledge of computer systems.
    * Understands and abides by hospital policies on patient confidentiality, informed consent,non-discrimination and by interpreters code of ethics and standards of practice.
    EEO Statement

    Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

    Primary Location: NH-Dover-WDH Main Hospital
    Work Locations:
    WDH Main Hospital
    789 Central Ave
    Dover 03820
    Job: Professional/Managerial
    Organization: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital(WDH)
    Schedule: Per Diem
    Standard Hours: 1
    Shift: Rotating
    Employee Status: Limited Term / Per Diem
    Recruiting Department: WDH Interpreter and Operator Services
    Job Posting: Mar 4, 2024


    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

     

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Interpreter
  • Lamprey Health Care
  • Nashua, NH FULL_TIME
  • You Are interested in community health, Want to make a difference in people’s lives and the community, Are looking to be part of a dedicated, professional team, rather than just have a “job.” Does thi...
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Interpreter I
  • Ascentria Community Services Inc
  • Manchester, NH FULL_TIME
  • Summary: A Language Bank Interpreter provides professional interpretation services to assist in the communication between people who are limited in their proficiency of the English language and servic...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Interpreter I
  • Ascentria Care Alliance
  • Manchester, NH PART_TIME
  • Summary: A Language Bank Interpreter provides professional interpretation services to assist in the communication between people who are limited in their proficiency of the English language and servic...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Interpreter II
  • Ascentria Care Alliance
  • Manchester, NH PART_TIME
  • Summary: A Language Bank Interpreter provides professional interpretation services to assist in the communication between people who are limited in their proficiency of the English language and servic...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Interpreter II Somali
  • Ascentria Care Alliance
  • Manchester, NH PART_TIME
  • Summary: A Language Bank Interpreter provides professional interpretation services to assist in the communication between people who are limited in their proficiency of the English language and servic...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Medical Interpreter - Travelers Rest
  • New Horizon Family Health Services
  • Travelers Rest, SC
  • Job Description New Horizon Family Health Services (NHFHS) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has been i...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Spanish Medical Interpreter/Translator
  • St. Luke's Health System
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • Overview: St. Lukes Health System in Twin Falls, ID is seeking a Medical Interpreter/Translator to join our Language Ser...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Interpreter I - Spanish
  • ASIAN PACIFIC HEALTH CARE VENTURE
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Details Level Entry Job Location Los Feliz Health Center - Los Angeles, CA Remote Type N/A Position Type Full Time E...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Yupik Medical Interpreter/Translator
  • Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation
  • Bethel, AK
  • Position Summary: Under the direction of the manager, the incumbent serves as a medical interpreter for patients and sta...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Yupik Medical Interpreter/Translator
  • Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation
  • Bethel, AK
  • Position Summary: Under the direction of the manager, the incumbent serves as a medical interpreter for patients and sta...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Interpreter - Karen - On Site
  • Mayo Clinic Health System
  • Albert Lea, MN
  • Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & Worl...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Bilingual Medical Interpreter
  • Swope Health
  • Kansas City, KS
  • As a Bilingual Medical Interpreter, you will conducts medical and general interpreting between patients and medical prof...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Medical Interpreter Spanish-English
  • Grupo Noa International
  • Tallahassee, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Remote Postion only in Municipio de San Juan 70179 We are seeking for Medical Interprete...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

New Hampshire is part of the six-state New England region. It is bounded by Quebec, Canada, to the north and northwest; Maine and the Atlantic Ocean to the east; Massachusetts to the south; and Vermont to the west. New Hampshire's major regions are the Great North Woods, the White Mountains, the Lakes Region, the Seacoast, the Merrimack Valley, the Monadnock Region, and the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee area. New Hampshire has the shortest ocean coastline of any U.S. coastal state, with a length of 18 miles (29 km), sometimes measured as only 13 miles (21 km). New Hampshire was home to the rock forma...
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Income Estimation for Medical Interpreter jobs
$45,491 to $56,522

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