Bilingual Medical Interpreter (Spanish/Polish/Mandarin) — PT & FT

Hartgrove Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System is seeking Language Interpreters for Spanish, Polish, and Mandarin to support hospital staff, patients, and families. The role involves translating medical information, diagnoses, and pharmacological instructions accurately in real time.

Interpreters must be fluent in two languages and may have a background in medical interpretation. Open positions include full-time, part-time, and FLEX opportunities within a secure hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma required; a degree or completion of medical assistant program may be beneficial; Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or related field is preferred.
• Certification through an Agency or National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (CMI) preferred.
• Must be fluent in two languages (Spanish/English, Polish/English, Mandarin/English).

Responsibilities

• Convert physicians' advice and diagnoses, written patient information, pharmacological instructions, and hospital protocols into a second language.
• Translate verbal responses back to professionals using medical terminology.
• Provide 1:1 patient observation and assist with crisis intervention when needed.

Skills

Bilingual English-Spanish

Bilingual English-Polish

Bilingual English-Mandarin

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System is seeking Language Interpreters for Spanish, Polish, and Mandarin to support hospital staff, patients, and families. The role involves translating medical information, diagnoses, and pharmacological instructions accurately in real time.

Interpreters must be fluent in two languages and may have a background in medical interpretation. Open positions include full-time, part-time, and FLEX opportunities within a secure hospital environment.