Medical Interpreter

Lehigh Valley Health Network

. Provide foreign language interpreting services for individuals with limited English proficiency and staff .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in providing foreign language interpreting services, facilitating cross-cultural communication, and conveying medical terminology to limited English proficiency patients. Possesses strong interpersonal skills to educate staff and patients on cultural values and hospital resources.

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Foreign Language InterpretingMedical Terminology KnowledgeCultural MediationBridging The Gap CertificationHuman Services Experience

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Hard Skills

InterpretationTranslationMedical VocabularyCultural EducationVerbatim Interpretation

Soft Skills

Excellent Listening SkillsAbility To Work Under StressInterpersonal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bridging The Gap Certification

Industry Keywords

Limited English ProficiencyCross-Cultural CommunicationHealth ServicesPatient CareInterpreter Standards Of Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide foreign language interpreting services for individuals with limited English proficiency and staff
Facilitate cross-cultural communication for non-English-speaking patients of all ages
Provide accurate interpretation between LEP patients and hospital personnel
Educate individuals and staff on culturally specific values, beliefs, and practices relevant to encounters
Convey medical terminology and support-service information to LEP patients
Explain the interpreter's role, responsibilities, and limitations
Serve as a cultural mediator between patients, families, and clinicians regarding medical care
Explain hospital resources, office protocols, and limitations; make appropriate referrals
Develop relationships with LEP community focus groups focused on community needs
Provide verbatim interpretation to preserve the medical record and convey message meaning, intent, tone, style, and language level

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma/GED
1 year experience in human or health services
Ability to adhere to interpreter standards of practice and code of ethics
Ability to continuously perform the same type of work for extended periods of time
Ability to interpret and translate on a daily basis in possibly stressful situations
Excellent listening skills
Knowledge of medical terminology and/or specialized vocabulary
Understanding of the subject matter to effectively convert source language to target language
BTG - Bridging the Gap - State of Pennsylvania upon hire
Foreign language training preferred
Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs.; frequent sitting/standing; frequent keyboard use; patient care providers may be required to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR