Medical Interpreter - Signature Healthcare

Summary

Signature Healthcare is Southeastern Massachusetts’ premier local provider of quality, personalized medical services. We are comprised of the award-winning not-for-profit Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital; Signature Medical Group (SMG), a multi-specialty physician group of more than 150 physicians practicing in 18 ambulatory locations. We believe our distinctive Signature Healthcare team approach is the way healthcare should be: medical professionals across many locations communicating and collaborating, taking advantage of technologies and resources to make a difference in the lives and health of our patients.

Requirements:

Two years of experience in a healthcare setting as a medical interpreter is preferred. Must pass the Signature Healthcare Interpreter Services department's interpreter testing process, both in its written and oral format. Satisfactory fluency in English and Cape Verdean Creole/Portuguese at a level that ensures accurate and understandable interpretation. Strong cultural awareness competencies and familiarity with diversity of cultural/socioeconomic backgrounds. Formal medical interpreting training required, either as a 60 hours minimum medical interpreting course, or an associate's degree in interpretation with a Certificate of Completion. The Certificate of Completion must be submitted with your application or resume. Satisfactory knowledge of medical terminology.

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