Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management

Job Description

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management
On behalf of our Healthcare client, Procom is searching for a Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management for a temp-to-perm role. This position is an onsite position at our client’s Chicago, Illinois office.

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management - Job Description:
The Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management role involves providing interpretation services for patients, families, and healthcare providers at our facility. The interpreter will facilitate communication in medical settings, serving as a cultural mediator and ensuring the accurate conveyance of information. The role requires adherence to professional standards and documentation of interpreting activities.

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management - Responsibilities:
• Provides medical and general interpreting services in accordance with the National Standards of Practice (NCIHC).
• Screens and prioritizes multiple requests for interpretation based on urgency.
• Assists in problem-solving and complaint resolution for limited English proficient populations.
• Participates in ongoing professional development.
• Initiates and develops positive relationships with patients, healthcare providers, and staff.
• Serves as a cultural mediator when necessary.
• Supports continuous assessment and improvement of interpretation services.
• Maintains documentation of all interpretation encounters.
• Proven software competencies in Excel and Word.

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management - Mandatory Skills:
• Completion of high school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of experience in medical interpreting in an acute care setting.
• CCHI's CHI-Arabic certification.
• High fluency in English and Arabic, both oral and written.
• Ability to interpret effectively using medical terminology.
• Professional demeanor in all situations.
• Knowledge of cultural competency and healthcare disparities.

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management – Nice-to-Have Skills:
• Adaptable to relevant software necessary for data tracking and trending.

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management – Assignment Length:
This is a temp-to-perm position.

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management - Start Date:
ASAP.

Medical Interpreter Health and Information Management - Assignment Location:
Chicago, Illinois, United States. This position is onsite.

Benefits

Procom provides Basic Life/AD&D insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and EAP at no cost to eligible employees after a waiting period. Medical and dental coverage (employee premium contributions), a non-matching 401(k) plan, and additional voluntary coverage are also available. This role includes legislatively required paid leave; no bonus, commission, or equity compensation applies.