Bilingual Pediatric Medical Interpreter (Spanish) – On-Site

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 Commitment Bonus

Job summary

Duke Health seeks a Medical Interpreter - Spanish for Pediatrics to deliver real-time interpretation and medical escort services for non-English-speaking patients at Duke Children’s and Internal Medicine North Durham. This on-site role supports accurate communication across clinical settings.

Responsibilities include face-to-face interpretation, translation of documents, and ensuring confidentiality while adhering to risk management requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; translation competency testing in Spanish.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Previous healthcare setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face interpretation for medical appointments.
• Translate patient documents for providers and clinicians.
• Act as a neutral conduit between Duke staff and non-English-speaking patients/visitors.
• Ensure accurate communication of outpatient services, hospitalizations, and care plans.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with risk management directives.

Skills

Medical interpretation

Spanish language

Translation

Education

High-School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Duke Health seeks a Medical Interpreter - Spanish for Pediatrics to deliver real-time interpretation and medical escort services for non-English-speaking patients at Duke Children’s and Internal Medicine North Durham. This on-site role supports accurate communication across clinical settings.

Responsibilities include face-to-face interpretation, translation of documents, and ensuring confidentiality while adhering to risk management requirements.