Volunteer Medical Interpreter Spanish/English
Lake Area Free Clinic4 days ago
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OnsitePart-time
Summary
Lake Area Free Clinic is seeking a Volunteer Medical Interpreter Spanish/English to join their team in Oconomowoc, WI. The role involves providing interpretation services to assist uninsured patients in accessing medical care.
About the Role
As a Volunteer Medical Interpreter, you will be responsible for facilitating communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers. Your duties will include interpreting medical information, assisting with patient intake, and ensuring that patients understand their treatment options. This role is essential in helping to bridge language barriers in a healthcare setting.
About You
Required:
- Bilingual in Spanish and English.
- Interest in the medical field.
Preferred:
- Previous experience in a medical or interpreting role.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including daytime and evening shifts.
Benefits
- Opportunity to make a difference in the community.
- On-site shadowing and training provided.
- Flexible volunteer hours.
Lake Area Free Clinic
Lake Area Free Clinic (LAFC) has been serving low-income residents of Waukesha County since 2001. LAFC Medical Clinic sees uninsured patients and the Dental Clinic sees uninsured and Medicaid patients. In 2019, LAFC had over 11,000 patient visits; LAFC is the medical and dental home to patients and provides acute and chronic care services and specialties including; Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Gynecology, Hepatology, Hematology, Rheumatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Physical Therapy, Mental Health, Orthopedics, Wellness, a comprehensive Diabetes Clinic and a 7 Chair Dental Clinic.
Oconomowoc, WI