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78658BRJob Posting Title:Portuguese Medical Interpreter - per diemDepartment:Patient Services-Interpreter ServicesAutoReqId:78658BRStatus:Part-TimeStandard Hours per Week:1 Job Posting Category:Support ServicesJob Posting Description:This Portuguese Medical Interpreter - per diem will be responsible for:

+ Interpreting in person and over video for patients/families with limited or no English language proficiency, in their interactions with healthcare providers and other hospital personnel. This includes complex and/or sensitive encounters, surgical and anesthesia consents, diagnoses, treatment plans, medical histories and social and psychological assessments

+ Assisting patients in scheduling appointments, resolving billing problems and other related matters

+ Identifying, assessing and facilitating the understanding of cultural differences impacting communication

+ Providing interpreting coverage in person, via video and phone, according to the needs and criteria established by the hospital and departmental policies and instructions

+ Translating instructions of medical discharges and other medical texts required for direct care

+ Daily entering of the information required for statistical purposes, in the computerized system of the department

+ Working as an enthusiastic and committed team member and collaborating with other interpreters and hospital staff

To qualify, you must have:

+ A high school or GED diploma required

+ Completion of a Medical Interpreter Training Course is required (typically a 60+ hour course)

+ Certification as a Medical Interpreter from the IMIA, NBCMI, or CCHI is preferred

+ Written and verbal fluency in both English and Portuguese languages

+ Strong communication skills in order to effectively deal with conflicting views or issues and mediate fair solutions, or well‑developed writing skills

+ Fully functional and competent, and performing at a high level of reliability in all duties

+ The ability to interpret in person at our Waltham location is required