Interpreter Services Coordinator

University of Washington • Seattle, WA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

UW Medical Center-Montlake’s Interpreter Services has an outstanding opportunity for an Interpreter Services Coordinator. This role enables patients to access medical care and is part of a team dedicated to improving language access. The UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center in Seattle, ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State. UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system with a top-rated medical school and research center, committed to improving public health through advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding care, and preparing future health professionals. Employees collaborate to perform high-quality work with integrity and compassion in a respectful, welcoming environment. The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus offers amenities and convenient public transit options, including a light rail station. Working at the University of Washington provides opportunities for professional growth and a diverse, intellectually exciting environment.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in a healthcare or administrative role.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate interpreter scheduling for patients with Limited English Proficiency (LEP), as well as those who are Deaf, Deafblind, or Hard of Hearing
• Collaborate with interpreters to conduct rounds on inpatient units, ensuring effective communication and language access for patients
• Manage and fulfill interpreter service requests, confirming details with the originating clinic, unit, or department
• Efficiently handle high volumes of detailed information within tight timeframes
• Develop and distribute daily schedules for staff interpreters
• Facilitate interpreter services through external agencies, telephonic platforms, and video systems, while promptly addressing urgent same-day requests for in-person interpretation
• Safeguard sensitive information, including medical and financial data, in all formats—printed, electronic, and verbal
• Review and reconcile vendor invoices, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate timely payments
• Participate in departmental meetings and professional conferences
• Oversee inventory and ordering of supplies, and ensure proper maintenance of office equipment
• Provide general administrative support as needed

Benefits

• Benefits for this position
• Outstanding benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees