Interpreter/Unit Clerk-Tower B7 - Medical Wing

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Interpreter/Unit Clerk. The role involves providing interpretation and translation services to non-English speaking Arab patients to ensure they receive appropriate medical care. The ideal candidate should have 2-4 years of experience in a relevant role, possess a diploma in Business Administration or English Language, and demonstrate excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work within an established medical team in a vibrant healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant experience is required.
• Experience in a large healthcare facility is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform interpretation and translation services for non-English speaking patients.
• Ensure patients understand medical information.
• Document all communication accurately.

Skills

Interpreting

Translation

Cross-cultural communication

Education

Diploma in Business Administration or English Language

Bachelor degree in Business Administration or English Language

Job description

Interpreter/Unit Clerk-Tower B7 - Medical Wing

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Responsible for performing a variety of interpretation, translation, and medical escort services to assist non-English speaking Arab patients receiving care.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of interpretation and translation services to assist non-English speaking Arab patients.
• Relay instructions and other medical information accurately to patients and their families, and make sure they understand.
• Assists non-English speaking patients with cross-cultural orientation to understand the nuances of medical care systems.
• Provides verbal and written communication between health care providers, clinical staff, and patients/visitors.
• Articulates and documents information accurately to convey patient’s questions, and concerns and ensure messages are consistent with risk management directives.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work or as per the instructions by the Manager.
• Participates in on-call coverage to provide interpretation/translation services during non-business hours and business hours as assigned.
• Provides and maintains required documentation as required.
• Maintains positive working relationships within the department/section and between various facility departments.
• Participates in all team efforts as required and collaborating with other members of the team to carry out work smoothly.
• Provides accurate interpretation and translation of the information in direct service to physicians and/or other health care providers who are seeing patients who cannot speak or understand English, when specifically required by the provider.
• Precisely and accurately interprets information given by the provider into equivalent terminology in the patient's native language.
• Assists in translating medical text from English on behalf of internal and external customers; may translate patient education information as specifically requested.
• Assists with patient follow-up as necessary, including contacting patients with appointment reminders.

Accountabilities

• Evaluates whether the quality standards of nursing documentation are maintained accurately as per Organizational policy and standards.
• Ensures that quality standards of nursing documentation are maintained according to Organizational policy.
• Facilitates reporting of incidents occurring within the organization by proper coordination and facilitating corrective action taken.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality in accordance with the organization’s policies and standards.
• Establishes and maintains quality service and positive interaction with all patients, customers, visitors, healthcare providers, and clinical employees.

Qualifications

Experience :-

• Required: 2-4 years of relevant experience
• Desired: Experience in a large healthcare facility

Educational Qualification: Required:

• Diploma in Business Administration or English Language or relevant field

Desired:

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration or in English language or relevant field

Job Info

• Job Identification 2739
• Job Category Administration
• Posting Date 02/25/2026, 05:06 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Working Type Regular
• Locations Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) Hospital, Abu Dhabi, AE
• Business Unit SSMC BU
• Legal Employer Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City LLC