Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter I

Seattle Children's Hospital•Seattle, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Seattle Children’s is hiring a Certified Spanish Medical Interpreter to provide accurate spoken-language interpretation in person or through other assigned modalities. The role requires advanced proficiency in English and the target language, along with knowledge of medical vocabulary to support linguistically appropriate care. Mixteco Bajo is preferred but not required. This is a 100% on-site position in Seattle, mostly Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays, on day shift. The position requires an active medical interpreter certification from the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), or an equivalent state or national certification such as CCHI or NBCMI. Compensation is $32.87–$49.31 per hour. The stated range is based on full-time employment of 2,080 hours per calendar year; offers may vary based on factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise. Compensation outside Seattle may differ. Seattle Children’s is a mission-driven pediatric and adolescent academic medical center serving Washington, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho. Its mission is to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible, and its organizational values include Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Collaboration, Equity, and Innovation. The organization welcomes people from diverse backgrounds and is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Fluency in the designated language and English.
At least two years of interpreting experience in a medical or healthcare setting.
Current knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
Active certification as a medical interpreter from Washington State DSHS or an equivalent state or national certification such as CCHI or NBCMI.

Nice To Haves

Mixteco Bajo language ability.
Bachelor’s degree.
Experience with simultaneous interpretation and/or sight translation.
Advanced medical terminology.

Responsibilities

Provide accurate spoken-language interpretation in person or through other modalities as assigned.
Use advanced proficiency in English and the target language and medical vocabulary to support linguistically appropriate care.