Medical Interpreter (Spanish)- Family Medicine

At least two (2) years of Spanish translation experience.

Familiarity with medical terminology .

$24.90/hour, full time + full benefits available

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All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption.

MAHEC Talent Management is located at 121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803. Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Medical Interpreter’s role is to improve the quality of and access to healthcare for Spanish speaking patients by providing in-office and phone translations for patients, creating bilingual versions of patient care forms, providing in-service training to increase cultural competencies of faculty, staff and residents, and identify and coordinate with available community resources.

It is important for the medical interpreter to bridge any cultural gaps between patients and healthcare providers which may prevent the necessary information being provided.

Interpretation/Translation: provide effective communication in diagnosis and treatment, informed consent, and confidentiality when dealing with Spanish speaking patients.

Working knowledge of medical terminology.

Establishes and maintains quality service and positive interaction with all patients, family members, customers, visitors, health care providers, and clinic team members.

Assists with patient follow-up as necessary, to include contacting patients with appointment reminders.