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DescriptionThis role is essential in ensuring clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication between Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients and SMC medical staff. You will use your advanced language skills-particularly in Vietnamese-to support highquality, patientcentered care through professional onsite interpretation and translation services.Key Responsibilities:Provide accurate and impartial onsite spoken language interpretation services in two or more languages/dialects and/or translation in one or more languages, with emphasis on Vietnamese.Demonstrate advanced proficiency in oral and written English and at least one foreign language or language dialect, with preference for native or nearnative fluency in the language of interpreting.Maintain fluent English pronunciation to ensure clarity and professionalism.Deliver professionallevel medical interpreting and apply strong knowledge of medical vocabulary to support LEP patients and SMC medical personnel.Ensure linguistically appropriate care by facilitating effective communication in clinical and patientcare settings.Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Shared Services and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.Required Qualifications:Upon hire:National Certified Medical Interpreter - National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters --or--Washington Social Services Interpreter - Washington State Department of Social and Health Services1 year of interpretation experience in a medical clinic or hospital settingPreferred Qualification:Bachelor's DegreeContinuing education and/or training preferred in medical interpretation competencies, translation and medical terminology/phrases3 years of Interpretation experience in a medical clinic or hospital setting2 years of experience in translation of English and source language; training and education in translation competencies preferred. Must pass a competency exam and skills assessmentProfessional training in translation or equivalent experienceTMS Translation memory system (SDL Trados or Memoq) experienceExperience with Adobe or InDesignPrior video interpreting experienceExperience in training adultsWhy Join Providence Swedish?Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.About ProvidenceAt Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of