Remote Medical Translator

Summary

Join our team as a Medical Translator at Geilenkirchen NATO Air Base, working part-time hours from Monday to Friday, 0800-1200. Translate medical documents, provide interpretation services, and collaborate with healthcare teams.

Requirements

• Fluency in English and German, with a strong emphasis on medical terminology in both languages
• Proven experience as a Medical Translator or in a related healthcare language services role
• Understanding of healthcare procedures, terminology, and cultural nuances
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team
• Certification or formal training in medical translation or interpretation is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Translate medical documents, including patient records, prescriptions, and instructional materials, ensuring accuracy and maintaining confidentiality
• Provide on-site or remote interpretation services during medical appointments, ensuring clear communication between healthcare providers and patients
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of cultural nuances to convey medical information in a sensitive and comprehensible manner, fostering trust and rapport
• Collaborate with medical professionals, nurses, and administrative staff to support seamless communication in a multicultural healthcare environment
• Serve as an advocate for patients with limited English proficiency, ensuring their understanding of medical procedures, treatment plans, and follow-up care
• Stay updated on medical advancements and changes in healthcare terminology to maintain a high level of accuracy in translations and interpretations
• Adhere to all relevant healthcare regulations and standards, including patient confidentiality and privacy laws
• Conduct self-reviews and participate in quality assurance processes to enhance the precision and effectiveness of translation and interpretation services