JAPANESE INTERPRETER / PER DIEM / ROTATION - BWH INTERPRETER SERVICES

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
60 Fenwood Road (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2024
Description Responsible for assessing the needs of non-English speaking and hearing impaired patients and providing assistance by interpretation of consent forms, diagnoses, discharge plans and any other type of patient-related information. Independently resolves most issues that arise in their daily responsibilities, answers questions about protocols and makes appropriate referrals without direct supervision. Serve as a resource to both patients and providers to contribute to successful outcomes. Comply with appropriate BWH policies and procedures. Qualifications Qualifications: 1. Bachelors Degree with a concentration in a human relations field (i.e. Sociology, Psychology) highly preferable. 2. At least 2 years of college level education and 2 years of hospital and/or health care related experience in a position of direct patient contact. 3. Fluency of English and Japanese, both written and verbal.. 4. Prior training of medical terminology and interpreting skills. 5. Knowledge of culture-specific care. EEO Statement Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Primary Location : MA-Boston-BWH Boston Main Campus Work Locations : BWH Boston Main Campus 75 Francis St Boston 02115 Job : Professional/Managerial Organization : Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Schedule : Per Diem Standard Hours : 1 Shift : Rotating Posted Shift Description : Rotating shifts Employee Status : Limited Term / Per Diem Recruiting Department : BWH Interpreter Services Job Posting : Apr 30, 2024