Japanese interpreter / Per Diem / Rotation - BWH interpreter services

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: 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.