Medical Interpreter jobs in Newport, RI

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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Interpreter - Early Intervention
  • Children's Friend
  • Central, RI FULL_TIME
  • Your Career Their Future!

    Our employees are our biggest asset, and we intentionally shape their work experience to support growth opportunities that will impact our services. As we continue to evolve, we’re looking for skills, experience, energy, and creativity to support our initiatives. Put simply, this will be both fun and a meaningful journey!

    Position Overview: The Interpreter provides interpretation and translation services for program staff by communicating effectively from English to Spanish and from Spanish to English. Based in Central Falls, Pawtucket, and Providence, the Interpreter works with families enrolled in the Early Intervention program. The successful incumbent will be a positive team member, have a keen sensitivity to family dynamics, all with a professional mindset.

    Qualifications:
    • High School graduate required; associates degree or interpreter certification preferred.
    • Some experience with providing interpreting and/or translation services required.
    • Basic office administration skills, including computer and typing skills are also required.
    • Must have a pleasant telephone manner, as well as excellent interpersonal skills when dealing with staff, clients, visitors and Board members and the ability to recognize and respect the need for confidentiality.
    • Must be able to work flexible hours.
    • Must be fluent in English and Spanish.
    • Must be able to translate written documents.
    • Proven ability to interact with members of the community representing diverse backgrounds and interests is required.
    Our Mission
    Children’s Friend is the innovative leader in improving the well-being and healthy development of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable young children.

    About Us
    Established in 1834, Children’s friend is Rhode Island’s oldest child welfare organization. We are an innovative leader in improving the well-being and healthy development of Rhode Island’s most vulnerable children and families. Our services include Early Head Start, Head Start, Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), adoption, foster care, support for families with substance abuse, counseling, assistance for children with developmental delays, and other child welfare and early childhood services.

    All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of criminal background checks, educational verification, medical, and proof of immunizations.

    Children’s Friend is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by law.

    At Children’s Friend, diversity and inclusion are foundational to how we     operate and are embedded in our Core Values. We recognize that to tap into the richness diversity truly brings, we must lead with inclusion and have a workplace where those differences can thrive and be leveraged to empower the lives of our employees and clients. Therefore, we respect and celebrate our employees’ diverse backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all.
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Community Liaison/Interpreter - Elementary School
  • Times2 Academy
  • Providence, RI FULL_TIME
  • JOB TITLE: Community Liaison/Interpreter - Elementary School FLSA STATUS: Full Time, Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Principal, Elementary School and/or designee SUMMARY: The main objective of the Community Li...
  • 15 Days Ago
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Haitian Creole Interpreter (Part-Time)
  • Kennedy-Donovan Center
  • Attleboro, MA PART_TIME
  • At KDC we are on a mission to empower and support all people to meet their full potential in a world where every individual and family thrives, no matter the circumstances. About the Role: KDC is seek...
  • 7 Days Ago
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Medical Assistant
  • Premier medical
  • East Providence, RI TEMPORARY,FULL_TIME,CONTRACTOR
  • to room the patients.to answer phones.Take vital signs, and enter into EMR.Reconcile med list.to make sure that the patient care areas are clean and tidy.electronic referralsJob Types: Full-time, Cont...
  • 6 Days Ago
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Medical Secretary
  • Coastal Medical
  • Wakefield, RI FULL_TIME
  • Medical Secretary Job Description: We are seeking a Medical Secretary to join our team! You will perform clerical and administrative tasks in order to support the daily operations of the practice. The...
  • 21 Days Ago
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Medical Assistant
  • Coastal Medical
  • Wakefield, RI FULL_TIME
  • Medical Assistant The Company: A member of the Lifespan health system, Coastal Medical is a primary care driven practice serving 120,000 patients across Rhode Island, whose primary goal is to offer pa...
  • 26 Days Ago
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Medical Assistant ($27/hr)
  • Complete Staffing Solutions
  • Middletown, RI
  • Job Description Job Description Temp to Hire Temp to Hire Hours: 40hrs Shift: Day shift; 8:00am-4:30pm flexible hours be...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Family Nurse Practitioner
  • HEALTHFIRST FAMILY CARE CENTER, INC
  • Fall River, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Health First Family Care Center, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, c...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SFDC Business Analyst - Remote / Telecommute
  • CYNET SYSTEMS
  • Providence, RI
  • Job Description: Responsibilities: Document and design current and future enabled solutions and drive all relevant busin...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Media Developer
  • TTi Global
  • Groton, CT
  • Summary · Collaborate with instructional designers to recommend and/or co-design visual and other multimedia treatments ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SAP Business Analyst
  • Mid-Sized CPG Company
  • Lakeville, MA
  • Our client, a leader in the food & beverage manufacturing space, is hiring a SAP Data Analytics Analyst to join their te...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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SAP Business Analyst
  • Mid-sized Cpg Company
  • Lakeville, MA
  • Our client, a leader in the food & beverage manufacturing space, is hiring a SAP Data Analytics Analyst to join their te...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Pediatrician
  • HEALTHFIRST FAMILY CARE CENTER, INC
  • Fall River, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Pediatrician: We believe physicians should be happy in their work life and personal life...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Electronic Test Technician
  • EdgeTech
  • Wareham, MA
  • Job Description Job Description Overall Purpose of the Position/Function: To perform in-house testing, troubleshooting a...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Newport, Rhode Island

Newport is a seaside city on Aquidneck Island in Newport County, Rhode Island, located approximately 33 miles (53 km) southeast of Providence, Rhode Island, 20 miles (32 km) south of Fall River, Massachusetts, 73 miles (117 km) south of Boston, and 180 miles (290 km) northeast of New York City. It is known as a New England summer resort and is famous for its historic mansions and its rich sailing history. It was the location of the first U.S. Open tournaments in both tennis and golf, as well as every challenge to the America's Cup between 1930 and 1983. It is also the home of Salve Regina Univ...
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Income Estimation for Medical Interpreter jobs
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What does a Medical Interpreter do?

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Sometimes they have a lot of problems and people do not understand the medical wording terms.”.
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Similarly, you’re capable of explaining to the Physician the patient’s medical history, symptoms, and concerns.
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Contextualized translation goes beyond words alone in order to also understand the emotional impact a medical situation can have on a person’s life.
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