Medical Interpreter – Rohingya & Burmese

The Muslim Community & Health Center (MCHC), a Muslim-founded nonprofit health center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is seeking a Medical Interpreter to serve Rohingya and Burmese-speaking patients on a flexible, part-time (PRN) basis at $20 per hour.

**About the Role**

You will provide accurate, real-time face-to-face interpretation between patients and healthcare providers during medical appointments and procedures at the clinic in Milwaukee's Clayton Crest area. Your responsibilities include:

• Conveying medical information faithfully in both directions without omission or distortion
• Translating written clinical documents as needed
• Acting as a cultural liaison to bridge communication and understanding between patients and the healthcare team
• Maintaining strict HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality throughout all encounters
• Staying current on medical terminology, interpreter ethics, and best practices

**Requirements**

• High school diploma (required)
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a medical interpreter (required)
• Fluency in Rohingya and Burmese alongside clear English communication
• Knowledge of healthcare and medical terminology
• Strong commitment to patient confidentiality and cultural competency
• Formal medical interpreter training program completion (strongly preferred)
• National certification through CCHI or NBCMI (preferred)
• Ability to work prolonged periods standing or sitting in a clinical environment

**About MCHC**

MCHC is a Muslim-founded nonprofit dedicated to serving underserved and refugee communities in Milwaukee, with a large Rohingya and Burmese Muslim patient base.