Medical Interpreter (Bilingual Polish) - Selikoff Centers for Occupational Health

Mount Sinai Health System • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Interpreter communicates information such as symptoms, medical history and diagnosis between LEP (Limited English Proficient) patients and medical provider.

Requirements

• Associates degree from an accredited institution.
• Must be fluent in both English and target language.
• 1-3 years interpreting experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Conducts medical and general interpreting for staff, patients and their families.
• Assesses and monitors patients understanding of information conveyed.
• Records and monitors interpretation activities according to hospital and department standards.
• Communicates as clearly as possible for both the LEP patient and/or family member and the medical provider.
• Conveys thoughts and feeling as accurately as possible and does not impose their ideas.
• Relays information in an accurate and concise manner and does not omit, change or add information.
• Assists LEP in-patients and out-patients and/or family members throughout the medical center.
• May be required to translate written documents.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree