Healthcare Interpreter

Community Medical Centers; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Medical Centers seeks a Healthcare Interpreter to join our team. You will provide interpreting and translation services across the health system, acting as a culturally sensitive liaison between patients, families, and clinical staff to ensure questions are answered.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, completion of a 40-hour Healthcare Interpreter training, and proficiency in medical terminology in English and the target language.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
• Completion of 40-hour Healthcare Interpreter training certification required
• Proficient in Medical Terminology in both English and target language

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting and translation services across the health system to ensure accurate communication between patients, families and clinical staff
• Serve as a culturally sensitive liaison using phone, remote technology or in-person sessions to clarify questions and concerns

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma / HSE / IEP Certificate

CCHI - Certified Healthcare Interpreter

NBCMI - National Board Certified Medical Interpreter

Job description

Overview

Opportunities for you!

• Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes, and in 2025 by Newsweek

• Free Continuing Education and certification

• Tuition reimbursement, educationprogramsand scholarships

• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority

• Free money toward retirement with a 403(b) and matching contributions

• Great food options with on-demand ordering

• Free parking and electric charging

Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community.

We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Learn more on our Benefits page.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Healthcare Interpreter to join our team! You will have the unique opportunity to impact patient care across the entire health system providing interpreting and translation services. Using your expertise, you will serve as a culturally sensitive liaison between patients, their families and clinical staff. Your role is to ensure questions and concerns are answered and clarified through phone calls, remote technology or in-person sessions.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required

• Completion of 40-hour Healthcare Interpreter training certification required

• 1 year of experience interpreting and/or translating in a healthcare setting preferred

• Proficient in Medical Terminology in both English and target language required

Licenses and Certifications

• One of the following is preferred

• CCHI - Certified Healthcare Interpreter

• NBCMI - National Board Certified Medical Interpreter

Department Specific Requirements: Successfully complete contracted language provider orientation

Disclaimers

Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change. If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.