Bilingual Medical Interpreter (PRN) - Spanish

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Duke Health in Durham, NC seeks a Medical Interpreter - PRN for Duke Regional Hospital to provide interpretation, translation and medical escort services to non-English speaking patients within the Duke Health System. The department strongly prefers Spanish language interpreter experience.

This PRN role requires flexibility to cover call-outs and holidays, with 24/7 operations. Applicants should have a High School Diploma, NC Interpreter license or RID certification, and healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and language competency required.
• Current NC Interpreter and Transliterator License required; RID NIC/CDI certification may be required within specified timeframe.
• Healthcare setting experience preferred; knowledge of medical terminology essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation and medical escort services for non-English speaking patients.
• Maintain precise documentation and ensure patient information is communicated without distortion.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in on-call coverage as needed.

Skills

Spanish interpreter experience

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

North Carolina Interpreter and Transliterator License

RID NIC/CDI Certification

Job description

Duke Health in Durham, NC seeks a Medical Interpreter - PRN for Duke Regional Hospital to provide interpretation, translation and medical escort services to non-English speaking patients within the Duke Health System. The department strongly prefers Spanish language interpreter experience.

This PRN role requires flexibility to cover call-outs and holidays, with 24/7 operations. Applicants should have a High School Diploma, NC Interpreter license or RID certification, and healthcare experience.