French Medical Interpreter & Care Navigation Ambassador at Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya

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    French Medical Interpreter & Care Navigation Ambassador

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    6 days ago

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    31 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Healthcare, Medical & Pharmaceutical
    Admin & Office

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    Job Description

    The French Medical Interpreter & Care Navigation Ambassador provides professional French-English interpretation and translation services while facilitating seamless patient navigation and coordination of care for Francophone patients and their families. The role ensures effective communication, patient satisfaction, and a positive healthcare experience, combining clinical expertise, patient advocacy, interpretation services, care coordination, and stakeholder engagement.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide accurate French-English interpretation/translation during consultations, procedures, ward rounds, family meetings, discharge discussions, and patient education sessions.
    • Ensure patients and families fully understand diagnoses, treatment plans, consent processes, medication instructions, and hospital policies.
    • Bridge communication gaps between patients, families, and healthcare providers to support informed decision-making.
    • Act as the primary point of contact for French-speaking patients from admission through discharge and follow-up.
    • Coordinate patient access to hospital services and facilitate smooth patient flow and timely access to services by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
    • Partner closely with clinical teams, patient services, finance, pharmacy, diagnostics, and other departments to ensure coordinated and efficient service delivery.
    • Support international patient services, including assistance with accommodation, travel coordination, and insurance-related inquiries when required.
    • Serve as the first point of contact for target patients and families.

    Required Qualifications

    • Diploma in Nursing
    • Fluency in French spoken & written is mandatory
    • Fluency in English spoken & written is mandatory
    • Proficiency in an additional foreign language will be an added advantage
    • Proficiency in Microsoft office applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook is required
    • Minimum 2 years in patient care setting
    • Experience in patient navigation and Experience in patient Customer Service roles in hospitality or healthcare industry.
    • Excellent customer service skills.
    • Ability to present self as caring, courteous and polite to patients, their families, health team and general public.
    • Good communication and interpersonal skills and dealing with patrons.
    • Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with all departments.
    • Ability to be tactful, patient and calm in stressful situations.
    • Empathetic and soft spoken.
    • Neat and well groomed.
    • Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
    • Skills in record keeping.
    • Great analytical skills.
    • Ability to manage disgruntled and dissatisfied clients and achieve a positive outcome.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Admin & Office

    Minimum Experience

    2 years

    Education Level

    Diploma

    Area of Study

    Nursing

    Field of Study

    Nursing

    Languages

    French, English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply via the Aga Khan University Hospital career portal at aku.taleo.net.

    Master the Art of Medical Interpreting

    This role sits at the crossroads of language, medicine, and patient experience. Hiring managers will look for not just fluency but the ability to convey complex medical information accurately and empathetically under pressure.

    1. Polish your medical vocabulary: Review common medical terms in both French and English, especially those related to diagnostics, procedures, and medications. Practice interpreting mock consultations to build confidence.

    2. Highlight your nursing background: Emphasize your clinical knowledge and patient care experience in your CV and interviews. Explain how your nursing training helps you understand medical contexts and anticipate patient needs.

    3. Showcase your soft skills: Provide examples of how you've handled stressful situations, managed difficult conversations, or maintained professionalism with disgruntled clients. Use the STAR method to structure your responses.

    4. Demonstrate cultural competence: Be ready to discuss how you would support Francophone patients from different cultural backgrounds, including their expectations and potential sensitivities.

    5. Prepare for scenario-based questions: Expect questions like 'How would you interpret a sensitive diagnosis?' or 'How do you ensure accuracy during a fast-paced ward round?' Practice clear, concise responses.

    6. Familiarize yourself with hospital protocols: Research patient navigation, consent processes, and international patient services. Show that you understand the administrative side of care coordination.

    7. Emphasize your tech skills: Since Microsoft Office proficiency is required, be ready to discuss how you use these tools for documentation, scheduling, or communication.

    8. Ask thoughtful questions: In the interview, ask about the patient volume, the team structure, and how success is measured in this role. This shows genuine interest and strategic thinking.

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    Tags

    French
    English
    interpretation
    patient navigation
    healthcare