medical interpreter - Pittsfield, MA , USA, United States - Berkshire Health Systems, Inc.

    Berkshire Health Systems, Inc.
    Berkshire Health Systems, Inc. Pittsfield, MA , USA, United States

    1 month ago

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    DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION To provide accurate, professional medical interpretation for LEP (limited English Proficiency) patients at BMC and affiliated outpatient services.

    POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

    Experience:
    Two years preferred, interpreting for people with limited English proficiency, in offical or unofficial capacity. Can include medical, legal or business translation.


    Education and Training:
    High school diploma required, some college preferred. Area Health Education Center Medical Interpreter Training Program course or equivalent.


    License, Certification # Registration:
    CMI or CHI#certification preferred


    Other Requirements:
    Must have a telephone, reliable transportation, and ability to be on-call, understand role and boundaries of an interpreter. Strict adherence to confidentiality policy.


    • DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION
    • To provide accurate, professional medical interpretation for LEP (limited English Proficiency) patients at BMC and affiliated outpatient services.
    • POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
    *Experience:
    • Two years preferred, interpreting for people with limited English proficiency, in offical or unofficial capacity. Can include medical, legal or business translation.
    *Education and Training:
    • High school diploma required, some college preferred.
    • Area Health Education Center Medical Interpreter Training Program course or equivalent.
    • License, Certification & Registration:
    • CMI or CHI certification preferred.

    • Other Requirements:
    • Must have a telephone, reliable transportation, and ability to be on-call, understand role and boundaries of an interpreter. Strict adherence to confidentiality policy.