Medical Interpreter jobs in Missouri
Medical Interpreter conducts medical and general interpreting for staff, patients, and their families. Assesses and monitors patients' understanding of information conveyed. Being a Medical Interpreter advises medical personnel about any cultural issues that might impact patient care. Records and monitors interpretation activities according to hospital and department standards. Additionally, Medical Interpreter may be required to translate written documents. Requires familiarity with medical terminology. Requires fluency in one or more languages in addition to English. May require an associate degree or equivalent. May require Translation certificate. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Interpreter works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Medical Interpreter typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- University Health
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Kansas, MO
FULL_TIME
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Medical Interpreter (Spanish) - Language Access (varied shifts)101 Truman Medical CenterJob LocationUniversity Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, MissouriLanguage Access UHTMCDepartmentPart timePosition Type9:00AM - 5:30PMWork Schedule40Hours Per WeekIf you want to work where the action is, University Health (UH) is the place for you. Known as "Kansas City's Essential Hospital," UH is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City. We are an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we also stepped forward as a regional leader in COVID care and testing. UH is comprised of three campuses:
UH Truman Medical Center is located in the Health Sciences District of downtown Kansas City, Missouri.The Health Sciences District represents a robust academic community, leading the forefront of biomedical research and cutting edge technology. Partnered with UMKC and Children's Mercy Hospital. University Health serves as the cornerstone in educating the next generation of healthcare practitioners. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we're a leader in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, with world-class expertise in chronic disease management and women's services, including high-risk maternity care. The Health Sciences District is also home to the University Health 1 and 2 buildings. UH 1 is UH's beautiful specialty outpatient clinics and day-surgery center and UH 2 is the location for all of our primary care and women's care clinics.
UH Lakewood Medical Center is located between Kansas City and Lee's Summit, Missouri, offering residents of Eastern Jackson County access to a modern community hospital with a continuum of outpatient services designed to meet the needs of families. UH Lakewood specializes in high-risk maternal and child care, and serves as one of the few Kansas City metro area institutions accredited by The Joint Commission in Orthopedics and Palliative Care.It also is home to a 188-bed, fully accredited long-term care center.
UH Behavioral Health is the KC metro area's largest, most comprehensive provider of mental health services. The Crossroads Building, located in Kansas City's vibrant Crossroads Arts District, is its epicenter, providing a broad list of outpatient services. We also offer psychiatric inpatient care, and we deliver therapeutic services through our community outreach clinics. We are a leader in the Trauma-Informed Care Movement, and provide training, coaching and consulting to outside organizations.
Job DescriptionThe Medical Interpreter is responsible for facilitating communication, through accurate and complete interpretation services, between TMC clinical/non-clinical personnel and Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients/patients' families, in order to ensure culturally responsive and equitable care.
High school diploma or equivalent
Six months experience working in a role requiring medical interpretation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Complete fluency in language(s) for which hired, demonstrated by passing competency exam with a minimum score of 85%, bilingual interview process and role playing
Bridging the Gap, JCCC, SBA or equivalent required
National certification preferred
Truman Medical Centers is committed to being a leader in providing culturally inclusive health care services for patients in ways that are effective, fair, respectful, and culturally competent and in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for employees. We value and celebrate our differences, which include, but are not limited to, race, ethnicity, language, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, literacy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, mobility, abilities, and belief systems. - 2 Months Ago
- Pham Bell Global Language Services, LLC
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Kansas, MO
TEMPORARY,CONTRACTOR
- We are seeking a Farsi (Persian) Interpreter to provide language interpretation services in legal settings. The ideal candidate will facilitate communication between non-English speaking individuals a...
- 6 Days Ago
- University Health
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Kansas, MO
FULL_TIME
- If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.Please log into to search for positions and apply...
- 7 Days Ago
- University Health
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Kansas, MO
FULL_TIME
- If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.Please log into to search for positions and apply...
- 1 Month Ago
- Vernacular Language Services
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Springfield, MO
PART_TIME
- We are currently looking for fluent Spanish speakers for IMMEDIATE start for as-needed freelance interpretation jobs in the surrounding Springfield, MO area. The work involves interpreting for limited...
- 11 Days Ago
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- Harbor Health ESP
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Hyannis, MA
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- Adecco US, Inc.
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- Boston Childrens Hospital
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Waltham, MA
- Job Posting Description This Spanish Medical Interpreter will be responsible for: Interpreting in person and over video ...
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- IASIS Healthcare
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Brockton, MA
- Medical InterpreterClick Here to Apply OnlineJob DescriptionLocation: Good Samaritan Medical CenterPosted Date: 9/25/202...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Emory Healthcare
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Atlanta, GA
- Be valued. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. Join the only health system in Georgia with five Magnet-designated ...
- 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Parkland Health & Hospital System
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Dallas, TX
- Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the man...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Swope Health
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Kansas City, KS
- As a Bilingual Medical Interpreter, you will conducts medical and general interpreting between patients and medical prof...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Beth Israel Lahey Health
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Cambridge, MA
- **When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference in peoples lives.** **Job...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM