Medical Interpreter Spanish​/Portuguese

Overview

Job Summary: The starting rate for this position is: $23.76

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

Make a difference using your bilingual skills. St. Mary’s is seeking a Medical Interpreter to provide accurate and confidential Spanish and/or Portuguese interpretation for patients, families, and clinical staff.

Comp Range: $23.76 - $32.72

• Provide accurate simultaneous and consecutive medical interpretation
• Support patient understanding in clinical appointments, procedures, and care discussions
• Deliver limited written translation of patient-related documents
• Maintain HIPAA compliance, confidentiality, and professional ethics
• Assist with Interpreter Services tasks such as reminder calls, data entry, and staff support

• 1+ year of medical or community interpreting experience
• Fluency in English + Spanish and/or Portuguese
• Medical interpreter certification preferred (CCHI, CMI, or accredited 40+ hour training)
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and ability to work independently
• Knowledge of medical terminology, standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI, NCIHC), and HIPAA

Mission and Values

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

• Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

• Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

• Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

• Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).