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Time Type:

Full time

Department:

PACE Center

All Locations:

225 Sumner Street - Lewis Mall

Position Summary:

The English/Spanish Interpreter in our Neighborhood PACE program is responsible for providing interpretation to the patients and staff in our PACE Centers. This role will provide interpreter services as needed. This role will collaborate in the enhancement of the quality of services to patients with Limited English Proficiency (LEP).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Demonstrates thorough knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Ethics governing the behavior and activities of all NeighborHealth interpreters and has provisions for: Safeguarding patient, confidentiality, direct verbatim interpretation, professional demeanor, continuing education/skill development.
Once trained can competently perform on-call aspects of staff messaging function in Epic on behalf of patients with limited English proficiency.
Answer all incoming calls from the Interpreter Services Line with last minute requests from departments.
Provide interpretation for patients spanning the pediatric to geriatric age range over the phone when needed.
Identify and assist in solving issues relating to assuring the efficient delivery of interpreter services to patient care areas.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Completion of a medical interpreter certification program required
1-2 years of interpreting experience in a medical setting in the United States
Verbal and written bilingual skills required
Experience working with the older adult population strongly preferred
Demonstrates competence in the provision of culturally appropriate interpretation
Able to perform different interpreting modes
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and work as part of a team with other colleagues
Understanding of patient rights
Computer skills preferred
Highly motivated and able to prioritize

Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life and disability insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Tuition reimbursement.
Flexible spending and transportation accounts.
Paid holidays, vacations, sick, and personal time.
Generous staff development benefit.
Excellent malpractice coverage.
Pet insurance.
Free parking.
And much more.

Pay Range:

$24.00 up to $36.00 based on experience

NeighborHealth opens our doors to people from all demographics and cultures. Our workforce is as diverse as the city we call home - in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, and age, as well as in cultural backgrounds, life experiences, thoughts, and ideas.

EEO & Accommodation Statement:

NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to HRrecruit@NeighborHealth.com or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request

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According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps.” Job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.

E-Verify Program Participation Statement:

NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E-Verify. As an E-Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.

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