Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

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How to Write the Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

9011 Bernier Summit
South Rufina, ND 02835-2885
Dear Marion Flatley,

In response to your job posting for medical interpreter, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for spiritual Care and support to patients, families, and teammates of all cultural and spiritual backgrounds, does not proselytize.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

  • Flexibility to meet scheduling needs and handle unpredictable changes
  • Strong linguistic skills - oral fluency in English and non-English languages
  • Successful completion of a nationally recognized interpreter training course
  • Interpreter Certification that is recognized as meeting or exceeding regulatory standards and are “qualified” to provide medical interpreting or a current nationally recognized medical or healthcare interpreter certification
  • Health Care Interpreter Certification (National Certification) (Preferred)
  • Certified Medical Interpreter (National Certification) (Preferred)
  • State of FL Legal or Court Interpreter Certificate or Qualification (Preferred)
  • Near-native fluency in both English and Somali (and the May-Maay dialect)

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Emery Armstrong

Responsibilities for Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

Medical interpreter responsible for written translation of patient histories and other medical reports, patient education, and instructional material, advance directives, medical documents, and other institutional publications.

Knowledge of basic anatomy, medical diagnostic procedures, diseases, treatments, major body systems in the working language
National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters or eligible to take the certification within 24 months of employment
Experience in culturally diverse health care environment performing interpreting functions is preferred
Medical Interpreter Certificate from CCHI or National Board preferred
National Certification for Medical Interpreters
Academic training in foreign language preferred
Fluency in Arabic and English – both oral and written
Understands and abides by hospital policies on patient confidentiality, informed consent, non-discrimination and by national interpreter standards of practice and code of ethics

Medical Interpreter Examples

Example #1

Example of Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

994 Frances Summit
Port Shalon, ID 87261-9007
Dear Greer Reinger,

In response to your job posting for medical interpreter, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for spiritual Care and counseling to patients, families and teammates of all cultural and spiritual backgrounds, does not proselytize.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Expertise and formal training in the area of interpreting services and experience interpreting/translating in a community health environment
  • Full Fluency in Spanish and English
  • Current knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
  • Translate information for patients and family members who speak limited English
  • Interpret a patient's symptoms and medical history questions from health care provider
  • Convey diagnoses and treatment instructions in a culturally appropriate manner
  • Assess and monitor patients' understanding of information conveyed, and ensures communication is translated accurately
  • Translate written documents as requested

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Tatum Turner

Example #2

Example of Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

181 Schneider Spurs
East Valentinestad, NV 86808-9919
Dear Sawyer Flatley,

In response to your job posting for medical interpreter, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oral translation of discussions related to patient referral, new patient registration, patient assessment, treatment planning, admissions, discharge, and other clinical and healthcare-related discussions.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

  • Passing a competency exam and skills assessment
  • Medical terminology knowledge obtained through formal coursework or experience preferred
  • Recent or current experience video interpreting
  • Fluency in Spanish and English, both oral and written
  • Successful completion of a language competency assessment, certifications such as those endorsed by CCHI or CMI, preferred
  • Complete familiarity and respect of the code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI, and NCIHC)
  • Familiarity with the medical profession and its privacy laws (HIPAA) other state and federals laws as applied to medical interpreting
  • Medical interpreting in a healthcare setting preferred

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Blake Huel

Example #3

Example of Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

146 Bernier Extensions
New Averyville, AR 33001
Dear Tatum Nitzsche,

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the medical interpreter position.

Previously, I was responsible for medical support with emphasis on the intake of medical product experiences and processing standard communication requests.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

  • Edit translated documents as necessary for grammar and clarity
  • Completion of medical terminology, anatomy, courses in related field preferred
  • Certifications such as those endorsed by CCHI or CMI
  • Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI, and NCIHC)
  • Familiarity with the medical profession and its privacy laws (HIPAA) other state and federals laws applied to medical interpreting
  • Current Driver's License with driving record suitable to Covenant Health Systems operations and corporate risk management
  • Strong aptitude and passion for customer service, teamwork and interpreting
  • Respect for and understanding of our Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients, culture, dialect and beliefs and preferences as it relates to medical care

Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my cover letter and to review my resume.

Sincerely,

Max Windler

Example #4

Example of Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

975 Dong Village
South Rayfordchester, UT 67741
Dear Shae Waelchi,

I would like to submit my application for the medical interpreter opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for prompt and professional contact and initial medical information gathering of patients presenting at APC in person and via telephone during office hours.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • A minimum of 6 months of formal on-site medical interpreting experience
  • Fluency in English and Portuguese both written and spoken preferred
  • Strong medical vocabulary
  • Medical Interpreter Certification preferred
  • Fluency in both Khmer
  • Fluency in both Vietnamese
  • Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) or Certified Health Interpreter (CHI) credentials preferred - Spanish
  • Minimum of 40-hr training in medical interpretation preferred

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Story Medhurst

Example #5

Example of Medical Interpreter Cover Letter

92736 Marvin Corner
Kemmerberg, CT 49186-4660
Dear Lennon Adams,

Please consider me for the medical interpreter opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, counseling/education and treatment for a specified population adhering to the highest standards of medical practice, ethics, professionalism and patient confidentiality at all times.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

  • Completion of independent medical interpreter school or program
  • Certification from an independent medical interpreter school or program
  • Achieves "Clinical" designation in "Overall Writing Proficiency" by end of training program
  • Adheres to the Medical Interpreter Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
  • Speaks, reads, and writes both clinical English and Spanish
  • Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients, families, and hospital staff
  • Demonstrates patient centered/patient valued behaviors
  • Demonstrates a working knowledge of advanced medical procedures and medical terminology

Thank you for taking your time to review my application.

Sincerely,

Phoenix Lynch

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