Trilingual Medical Interpreter - Spanish/Portuguese

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour Job description: Trilingual Medical Interpreter - Spanish/Portuguese (Full-Time) | FQHC Location: New Bedford, MA Salary: $20.66 - $26.00/hour Schedule: Monday-Friday 10:00am-6:30pm + Rotating Saturdays About the Role New Bedford Community Health is seeking a Certified Medical Interpreter fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese to provide critical language services to our diverse patient community. Join our mission-driven team delivering comprehensive healthcare to underserved populations. Key Responsibilities Provide accurate medical interpretation between healthcare providers and non-English speaking patients Translate Health Center materials and patient communications Contact patients regarding test results, appointments, diagnoses, and treatment instructions Support clinical teams with patient education and procedure explanations Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance Required Qualifications Certifications: ✓ Medical Interpreter Certification in Spanish OR Portuguese (required) ✓ Commitment to obtain second language certification within first year Language Skills: ✓ Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese (written and verbal) ✓ Strong medical terminology knowledge Experience: ✓ 2+ years professional translation/interpretation experience ✓ OR 4 years college-level language coursework Education: ✓ High school diploma or GED ✓ Business school or equivalent preferred Technical Skills: ✓ Microsoft Office proficiency ✓ EMR experience (Epic, eClinicalWorks preferred) What We Offer Competitive Benefits Package: Health, dental, and vision insurance (20+ hours/week) Generous paid time off + 12 paid holidays Continuing education & tuition reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible Work-life balance with predictable schedule Weather closure policy (no dangerous commutes) Professional Growth: Support for dual certification FQHC healthcare experience Collaborative team environment About New Bedford Community Health We're a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing comprehensive care including primary care, urgent care, women's health, pediatrics, behavioral health, and dental services. Our patient-centered approach serves diverse communities with compassion and cultural competency. Our Mission: Educate and inspire patients to participate in their total healthcare while improving community health and well-being. Apply Today Join a dedicated team making a real difference in patients' lives. Bilingual and trilingual healthcare professionals are essential to our mission of accessible, quality care. Keywords: Medical Interpreter, Medical Translator, Spanish Interpreter, Portuguese Interpreter, Healthcare Interpreter, FQHH, Trilingual, Bilingual Healthcare, Community Health, Patient Services, Medical Translation, Certified Interpreter Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person