Senior Medical Interpreter - Trigrigna​/Amhrica

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and translate between English and one or more foreign languages or dialects (Trigrigna, Amharic)
• Deliver professional-level medical interpreting, ensuring Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients receive linguistically appropriate care
• Collaborate with SMC medical personnel to facilitate effective communication

• Advanced proficiency in oral and written English and both Trigrigna and Amharic
• Fluent English pronunciation is essential
• Strong knowledge of medical vocabulary and terminology
• Upon hire:
  National Certified Medical Interpreter – National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters or Washington Social Services Interpreter – Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
• 1 year of interpretation experience in a medical clinic or hospital setting

• Bachelor's Degree
• Continuing education and/or training preferred in medical interpretation competencies, translation and medical terminology/phrases
• 3 years of interpretation experience in a medical clinic or hospital setting
• 2 years of experience in translation of English and source language; training and education in translation competencies preferred. Must pass a competency exam and skills assessment
• Professional training in translation or equivalent experience
• TMS Translation memory system (SDL Trados or Memoq) experience
• Experience with Adobe or In Design
• Prior video interpreting experience
• Experience in training adults

• Make a meaningful impact by assisting LEP patients and medical professionals
• Work in a dynamic and supportive environment
• Utilize your language skills to provide critical services in the healthcare sector

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