Medical Interpreter, Spanish - Per Diem

SolutionHealth • Nashua, NH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern NH Medical Centers strives to keep patients on a continuous track to discharge and receive the continuity of care that our patients and their families need. Our Patient and Family Services Department is the driving force to assure communication, respect, and safety follows our patients throughout the admission phase, all the way through the discharge process. This department includes a dedicated team of Case Managers, Social Workers, and Interpreters that ensure that all care is equal, and our patient's dignity is maintained above all else. The Medical Interpreter performs interpretation services to assist non-English speaking and limited English proficient patients receiving care within the Southern New Hampshire Health System. They serve as a neutral party in the transfer of accurate information between staff and the patient and family as well as establish the appropriate environment for effective communication.

Requirements

• Completed 40-hour Medical Interpreter Training Program/Certificate
• Required HS Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience with simultaneous interpreting.
• Fluent in English and target language (Spanish)

Responsibilities

• Work with diverse populations from various cultures, economic backgrounds, and age groups.
• Consecutive or simultaneous translation
• Advocate for each patient and collaborate with the care team

Benefits

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term, long-term disability, life & pet insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement savings plans
• Continuous earned time accrual

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED