Medical interpreter vs interpretive program coordinator

Differences between medical interpreter and interpretive program coordinator duties and responsibilities

Medical interpreter example responsibilities.

• Use EMR software to manage patient records and files; reinforce and uphold patient confidentiality as required by HIPAA and clinic.
• Inform providers and patients of relevant cultural issues to assist providers in delivering culturally competent patient care.
• Assist another medical interpreter in interpreting for patients who have trouble understanding English spoken by health professionals and receptionists.
• Create education and promotional materials relate to Latino health and wellness.

Interpretive program coordinator example responsibilities.

• Manage and organize all incoming/outgoing documents concerning the junior staff leadership program.
• Translate IEP documents or need documents for families with language barriers.
• Act as an interpreter liaison for payroll disputes and case problem resolution.
• Produce decreased payroll costs by analyzing cases and employee schedules to allocate all personnel resources more efficiently.
• Explain rights of refugees to education, health, social service, employment, network with community organization.
• Assist international and limit English proficiency (LEP) patients and physicians or other healthcare workers by facilitating the communication process.
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