Brigham and Women’s Hospital
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER/ PER DIEM/ROTATION - BWH INTERPRETER SERVICES
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Job Description - AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER/ PER DIEM/ROTATION - BWH INTERPRETER SERVICES (3288216)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.Minimum Requirements
Bachelors Degree with a concentration in a human relations field (i.e. Sociology, Psychology) highly preferable.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.Fluency of English and American Sign Language.Prior training of medical terminology and interpreting skills.Knowledge of culture-specific care.ASL Interpreter Certification.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
75 Francis StJob
Professional/ManagerialOrganization
Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)Standard Hours: 1Shift
RotatingPosted Shift Description: Rotating Shifts - On-call, Weekend and Overnight CoverageEmployee Status
Recruiting Department: BWH Interpreter Services
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Bachelors Degree with a concentration in a human relations field (i.e. Sociology, Psychology) highly preferable.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.Fluency of English and American Sign Language.Prior training of medical terminology and interpreting skills.Knowledge of culture-specific care.ASL Interpreter Certification.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
75 Francis StJob
Professional/ManagerialOrganization
Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH)Standard Hours: 1Shift
RotatingPosted Shift Description: Rotating Shifts - On-call, Weekend and Overnight CoverageEmployee Status
Recruiting Department: BWH Interpreter Services
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