Medical Interpreter jobs in Missouri
Medical Interpreter conducts medical and general interpreting for staff, patients, and their families. Assesses and monitors patients' understanding of information conveyed. Being a Medical Interpreter advises medical personnel about any cultural issues that might impact patient care. Records and monitors interpretation activities according to hospital and department standards. Additionally, Medical Interpreter may be required to translate written documents. Requires familiarity with medical terminology. Requires fluency in one or more languages in addition to English. May require an associate degree or equivalent. May require Translation certificate. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Medical Interpreter works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Medical Interpreter typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Spanish Medical Interpreter (PRN) - Language Access (varied shifts)
- 101 Truman Medical Center
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University, MO
PART_TIME
- If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply. Spanish Medical Interpreter (PRN) - Language Access (varied shifts) 101 Truman Medical Center Job Location University Health Truman Medical Center Kansas City, Missouri Department Language Access UHTMC Position Type Part time Work Schedule varied Hours Per Week 4 If you want to work where the action is, University Health (UH) is the place for you. Known as “Kansas City’s Essential Hospital,” UH is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City. We are an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we also stepped forward as a regional leader in COVID care and testing. UH is comprised of three campuses: UH Truman Medical Center is located in the Health Sciences District of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The Health Sciences District represents a robust academic community, leading the forefront of biomedical research and cutting edge technology. Partnered with UMKC and Children’s Mercy Hospital. University Health serves as the cornerstone in educating the next generation of healthcare practitioners. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we’re a leader in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, with world-class expertise in chronic disease management and women’s services, including high-risk maternity care. The Health Sciences District is also home to the University Health 1 and 2 buildings. UH 1 is UH’s beautiful specialty outpatient clinics and day-surgery center and UH 2 is the location for all of our primary care and women’s care clinics. UH Lakewood Medical Center is located between Kansas City and Lee’s Summit, Missouri, offering residents of Eastern Jackson County access to a modern community hospital with a continuum of outpatient services designed to meet the needs of families. UH Lakewood specializes in high-risk maternal and child care, and serves as one of the few Kansas City metro area institutions accredited by The Joint Commission in Orthopedics and Palliative Care. It also is home to a 188-bed, fully accredited long-term care center. UH Behavioral Health is the KC metro area’s largest, most comprehensive provider of mental health services. The Crossroads Building, located in Kansas City’s vibrant Crossroads Arts District, is its epicenter, providing a broad list of outpatient services. We also offer psychiatric inpatient care, and we deliver therapeutic services through our community outreach clinics. We are a leader in the Trauma-Informed Care Movement, and provide training, coaching and consulting to outside organizations. Job Description The Medical Interpreter is responsible for facilitating communication, through accurate and complete interpretation services, between University Health clinical/non-clinical personnel and Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients/patients’ families, in order to ensure culturally responsive and equitable care. High school diploma or equivalent Six months experience working in a role requiring medical interpretation Strong written and verbal communication skills Complete fluency in language(s) for which hired, demonstrated by passing competency exam with a minimum score of 85%, bilingual interview process and role playing Bridging the Gap, JCCC, SBA or equivalent required National certification preferred Language Access PRN Requirements Must be available to work a minimum of 8 shifts per one month scheduling cycle, to include one weekend, 2nd or 3rd shift, where applicable. Must obtain scheduling supervisor or management approval prior to requesting another PRN employee to work a scheduled shift. Holidays: Must work a minimum of one shift per calendar year from each Holiday Category as outlined below. Category 1: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day Category 2: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day. University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.
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Healthcare Navigator-Medical Interpreter - Language Access (8:00a.m.-4:30p.m.)
- 101 Truman Medical Center
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University, MO
FULL_TIME
- If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for position...
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Interpreter
- Traders Insurance
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Kansas, MO
FULL_TIME
- Overview YOU make the difference! As our business continues to expand, and we are looking to hire individuals that want to be among the most talented and passionate people in the industry. We offer th...
- 5 Days Ago
Spanish Interpreter
- VLS Lang
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Chesterfield, MO
PART_TIME,CONTRACTOR
- We are looking for fluent Spanish speakers for immediate start for as-needed freelance interpretation jobs in the area surrounding Chesterfield, MO.The work involves interpreting for limited English-s...
- 19 Days Ago
Spanish Interpreter
- Vernacular Language Services
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Chesterfield, MO
PART_TIME
- We are currently looking for fluent Spanish speakers for IMMEDIATE start for as-needed freelance interpretation jobs in the surrounding Chesterfield, MO area. The work involves interpreting for limite...
- 19 Days Ago
Educational Sign Language Interpreter
- WEST PLAINS R-7 SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Plains, MO
FULL_TIME
- GENERAL PURPOSEThis position is responsible for providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting students in reaching targeted behavior goals and social compet...
- 4 Days Ago
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Chinese Medical Interpreter or Translator
- Pride Health
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New York, NY
- Job Description Job Description Hello Job Seekers, Hope you are doing well. I am Mohit Saini from Pride health and hirin...
- 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
Certfied Medical Interpreter
- Christ Community Health Services
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Memphis, TN
- * Must have a Medical Interpreter Certification and BCLS Certification to be considered for this position* At CCHS, our ...
- 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Interpreter
- Berkshire Health Systems, Inc.
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Pittsfield, MA
- DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION To provide accurate, professional medical interpretation for LEP (limited English Proficienc...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Interpreter
- Providence Health & Services
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Richland, WA
- Providence is offering up to $2,500 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment. M...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Interpreter
- Kadlec
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Richland, WA
- **Description** **Providence is offering up to $2,500 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditi...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Interpreter
- Providence Health & Services
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Hood River, OR
- Medical Interpreter at Providence Hood River Hospital (Part-time, Day shift) Starting hourly rate is $23.07/hr and incre...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Interpreter
- Contra Costa County (CA)
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Martinez, CA
- CONTINUOUS The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases for this classification: 5% on...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medical Interpreter
- US Health
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Aurora, CO
- Description Location: UCHealth UCHlth 2450 Peoria Admin Services, US:CO:Aurora Department: UCHlth Interpreter Services F...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Missouri
Missouri is landlocked and borders eight different states as does its neighbor, Tennessee. No state in the U.S. touches more than eight. Missouri is bounded by Iowa on the north; by Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee across the Mississippi River on the east; on the south by Arkansas; and by Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska (the last across the Missouri River) on the west. Whereas the northern and southern boundaries are straight lines, the Missouri Bootheel protrudes southerly into Arkansas. The two largest rivers are the Mississippi (which defines the eastern boundary of the state) and the Misso...
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Income Estimation for Medical Interpreter jobs
$42,927 to $53,350
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What does a Medical Interpreter do?
Medical Interpreter in Alamogordo, NM
Just as a doctor may see their work as a personal calling, interpreters working in this field often feel the same.
October 10, 2019
Medical Interpreter in Springfield, OH
Once they have that under their belt they make excellent Medical Interpreters.
October 16, 2019
Medical Interpreter in Eugene, OR
It used to be that interpreters would be strictly limited to performing interpreting tasks; however, nowadays interpreters working in hospitals, medical institutions, and health-related call centers would do well to have more than interpretation skills under their belt.
October 25, 2019