What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Interpreter (Swahili-French) position at University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center?
Join our Language Access Services team at UVM Health to help ensure equitable, high-quality care for all patients. Medical Interpreters play a vital role in facilitating clear and accurate communication between healthcare providers and patients whose preferred language is not English. This position supports patient safety, dignity, and understanding across diverse medical settings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide professional interpretation in English/Nepali or English/French-Swahili for all medical specialties and settings.
- Ensure accuracy, impartiality, and confidentiality in every encounter.
- Collaborate with the Language Access Services team on initiatives such as training, education, documentation, and community engagement.
- Uphold ethical standards and promote culturally responsive care.
Education & Certification:
Required:
Completion of at least 60 hours of medical interpreter training (national certification preferred).
Preferred:
Bachelor’s degree in any field; language or healthcare-related studies are a plus.
Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of the National Standards for Healthcare Interpreting and commitment to best practices.
- Ability to work independently and adapt to a dynamic schedule across multiple care sites.
- Proficiency in complex medical terminology in both working languages.
- Professional, respectful communication style and dedication to patient-centered care.
Work Location:
UVM Health sites in the Burlington area, including UVM Medical Center, Fanny Allen, and others.
Additional Information: This is an 18-hour part-time position. While the primary responsibility is to support UVM Health, interpreters may also continue working with local agencies outside of their scheduled hours.
Benefits:
- Combined Time Off (CTO) for vacation, personal, and sick time.