Medical Interpreter

Job description

• DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
• To provide accurate, professional medical interpretation for LEP (limited English Proficiency) patients at BMC and affiliated outpatient services.
• POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
• Experience:
• Two years preferred, interpreting for people with limited English proficiency, in offical or unofficial capacity. Can include medical, legal or business translation.
• Education and Training:
• High school diploma required, some college preferred.
• Area Health Education Center Medical Interpreter Training Program course or equivalent.
• License, Certification & Registration:
• CMI or CHI certification preferred.
• Other Requirements:
• Must have a telephone, reliable transportation, and ability to be on-call, understand role and boundaries of an interpreter. Strict adherence to confidentiality policy.