Burmese Interpreter job at Grace Health Battle Creek, MI, US

Job Description

Join the Grace Health Team as a Burmese Interpreter!
We're looking for a skilled Burmese Interpreter to become part of our team. We offer competitive pay based on experience, up to 3 weeks of paid time off in your first year, and 8 paid holidays. Enjoy a great work-life balance with weekends off. Fluency in Chin Haka, Falam, and Tedim is required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list may not be all inclusive.)
1. Interprets during patient visits for both patient and provider.
2. Contacts Burmese speaking patients by phone to communicate needed information.
3. Translates English forms, educational materials and other written materials into the Burmese language.
4. Interpreters with Grace Health clinical experience may communicate provider instructions directly to patients and document in the medical record accordingly.
5. Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, please refer to the policy on Job Descriptions for details that apply to every position.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Must be fluent in speaking and writing Burmese, as well as English
• Knowledge of organization policies, procedures, and systems.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to record patient information.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skill in greeting patients and answering the telephone in a pleasant and helpful manner.
• Ability to translate Burmese into English and vice versa.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
Education: High school graduate or GED
Experience: One-year work experience, preferably in a medical organization

Certificate/License: Interpretation certification preferred

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Work experience placement,

Similar Jobs

Ladgov Corporation

Tour Coordinator - Nursing Services Job at Ladgov Corporation

...Job Title: Tour Coordinator Nursing Services LOCATION: Northern Navajo Medical Center, Shiprock, NM Position: Full-time (... ...Medical Center. The role involves coordinating staff schedules, managing shift coverage, facilitating communication between nursing units...

NTT DATA, Inc.

DevOps - Digital Solution Cnslt. Lead Consultant Job at NTT DATA, Inc.

...are currently seeking a DevOps - Digital Solution Cnslt. Lead Consultant to join our team in Hyderabad, Telangana (IN-TG), India (IN).... ...will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin...

Ardent Health

Respiratory Therapist Flight / NICU Job at Ardent Health

...shift , full-time , Respiratory Therapy NICU Flight Respiratory Therapist in Pocatello, ID. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-... ...with 205 beds, serving as the region's tertiary care and Level II Trauma Center, housing the Portneuf Heart and Vascular Institute,...

Sales Match

Call Center Representative Job at Sales Match

...Job Title: Remote Call Center Representative Hourly Pay: $21 -$27/hour Summary: Were currently seeking friendly, service... ...team as Remote Call Center Representatives. This fully work-from-home role involves providing helpful, accurate, and timely...

Robert Half

Insurance Agent Job at Robert Half

Description We are looking for a dedicated Bilingual Spanish Insurance Agent to join our team in Hawthorne, California. In this position, you will play a key role in helping clients navigate their insurance needs while building strong relationships. This role offers a...