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Medical Interpreter ASL

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
90 Blossom Street (Show on map)
Apr 11, 2025
Summary: Responsible for facilitating effective communication between healthcare providers and Deaf or hard-of-hearing patients. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions: -Provide accurate and confidential interpretation services between healthcare providers, patients, and their families who use American Sign Language as their primary means of communication. -Serve as a cultural mediator, bridging the gap between Deaf or hard-of-hearing patients and healthcare professionals to ensure understanding and respect for cultural differences. -Demonstrate a strong understanding of medical terminology, abbreviations, and procedures to facilitate accurate interpretation of medical discussions. -Maintain a high level of sensitivity and professionalism while interpreting sensitive and confidential medical information. -Maintain accurate and detailed records of interpreted encounters, including dates, times, locations, and names of participants. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Licenses and Credentials Experience Experience working as a medical interpreter, preferably in a healthcare or medical setting. 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Solid understanding of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols across various medical specialties. - Adhere to professional standards of ethics, confidentiality, and impartiality as outlined by interpreting organizations. - Excellent communication skills, including active listening and clear and concise interpretation abilities. - Demonstrate cultural competency and sensitivity towards the Deaf community and their unique communication needs. - Exhibit professionalism, punctuality, and reliability in all aspects of the interpreting role. - Proficiency in using video remote interpreting platforms and other interpreting-related technology. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.