Roles Of The Medical Interpreter

Question 0

What does the clarifier do?

Answer 0

Adjusts to any spoken register in order to produce a linguistic equivalent
Asks questions to make sure you get the true meaning of an ambiguous term or phrase

Question 1

What does the conduit do?

Answer 1

The most recommended role for medical interpreters
We listen to the speaker, understand the info and immediately convey the info as close to the speakers as possible
Think of yourself as the bridge

Question 2

What does the culture broker/ coach do?

Answer 2

Becomes aware of possible misunderstandings in the communication between a patient and a provider stemming from cultural differences

Question 3

What does the advocate do?

Answer 3

Takes a side and speaks on behalf of another person, usually the patient.
First make sure the hirer is ok with this