Clinical Interpreter Translator (Arabic) - Onsite, Monday-Friday at Cedars-Sinai Los Angeles, CA

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles is seeking a Clinical Interpreter/Translator (Arabic) to provide onsite interpretation for physicians, nurses, patients and families, Monday–Friday. The role requires bilingual Arabic-English proficiency, 2+ years of medical interpreting experience, and a High School Diploma.

A Bachelor's degree is preferred, and certification (NBCMI or CCHI) should be obtained within 12 months of start date.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience translating, reading and writing documents in English to the target language within a medical setting.
• Bilingual in Arabic and English (speaking, writing, reading).
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, foreign languages, translation and interpretation, communication or related field (preferred).
• Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) NBCMI, or CHI CCHI, to be obtained within 1 year of start date.
• Medical Center Interpreter Services Language Proficiency Assessment/Training Program within 90 days of start date.
• Interpreter Training Program within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements and accrediting bodies.
• Exercises independent problem‑solving abilities and works in a highly visible, very active environment. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
• Interprets between English and other languages for Cedars‑Sinai staff and patient/family while maintaining confidentiality, safeguarding the patient’s interests, and completing the appropriate documentation after each session.
• Completes written translations (as needed), such as instructions, letters from quality assurance, education materials, schedules, questions from patient, and other translations, assuring that the content is conveyed accurately and efficiently.
• Completes special projects or other tasks on a timely basis as per departmental guidelines.
• Adheres to departmental guidelines and adapts to changes in unit when policies and procedures change.
• Functions as a resource to physicians, nursing staff, and other staff members for clinical interpretation.
• Processes and maintains each session documentation as needed.
• Provides appropriate referral/triage regarding identified remote medical interpreting program(s).
• Interprets between English and the target language for Cedars‑Sinai staff and patient/family according to departmental guidelines.
• Completes accurate session records or other work‑time documentation as needed and according to departmental guidelines.
• Performs other related duties or special projects as assigned or required.

Skills

Bilingual Arabic-English

Medical terminology

Interpreting

Translation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Certified Medical Interpreter (NBCMI or CCHI) within 1 year

Job description

Job Description

Clinical Interpreter Translator (Arabic) – Onsite, Monday‑Friday at Cedars‑Sinai, Los Angeles, CA.

Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center has been named to the Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report’s "Best Hospitals 2024-2025" rankings. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to our groundbreaking biomedical research facilities and sophisticated medical education programs. We offer learning programs, tuition reimbursement and performance‑improvement projects so you can achieve certifications and degrees while gaining the knowledge and experience needed to advance your career.

Why Work Here?

We provide groundbreaking and patient‑centered care, and engage in balanced, impactful collaborations that raise the standard of healthcare around the world. Thousands of patients from around the world receive treatment at Cedars‑Sinai each year. We are proud to be ranked as one of the top medical centers in the U.S. and California. The international team has depth of knowledge of different regions and cultures. We are committed to making your visit to Los Angeles as easy and comfortable as we can.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Interpreter/Translator, under the general direction of a licensed caregiver, facilitates communication between physicians, nurses, volunteers, non‑clinical staff, patients, patients’ families and the community. Responsibilities include oral interpretation, written translation, session statistics, service rounds, special projects, office duties, and assisting volunteers within the Medical Center.

• Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements and accrediting bodies. Exercises independent problem‑solving abilities and works in a highly visible, very active environment. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
• Interprets between English and other languages for Cedars‑Sinai staff and patient/family while maintaining confidentiality, safeguarding the patient’s interests, and completing the appropriate documentation after each session.
• Completes written translations (as needed), such as instructions, letters from quality assurance, education materials, schedules, questions from patient, and other translations, assuring that the content is conveyed accurately and efficiently.
• Completes special projects or other tasks on a timely basis as per departmental guidelines.
• Adheres to departmental guidelines and adapts to changes in unit when policies and procedures change.
• Functions as a resource to physicians, nursing staff, and other staff members for clinical interpretation.
• Processes and maintains each session documentation as needed.
• Provides appropriate referral/triage regarding identified remote medical interpreting program(s).
• Interprets between English and the target language for Cedars‑Sinai staff and patient/family according to departmental guidelines.
• Completes accurate session records or other work‑time documentation as needed and according to departmental guidelines.
• Performs other related duties or special projects as assigned or required.

The position requires a high level of expertise and professionalism in interpreting and translating techniques, and performs all job duties with sensitivity and attention to the age and developmental issues of the patient populations served, including the hearing impaired, limited English proficiency, and non‑English speaking populations. Provides care to special patient populations and patients with diverse cultural backgrounds.

Qualifications

Experience Requirements

• Two (2) or more years of experience in translating, reading and writing documents in English to the target language within a medical setting, with a full command of the English language and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Bilingual in Arabic and English (speaking, writing, reading).

Educational/Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, foreign languages, translation and interpretation, communication or related field (preferred).
• Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) issued by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters (NBCMI), or Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI) issued by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI), to be obtained within 1‑year of start date.

Training Programs

• Medical Center Interpreter Services Language Proficiency Assessment/Training Program, to be completed within 90‑days of start date.
• Interpreter Training Program, to be completed within 90‑days of start date.

Cedars‑Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars‑Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer‑related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.