Interpreter - Spanish

Sutter Health; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

Sutter Health in Oakland, CA is seeking a per diem/casual interpreter to support patients, families, and clinical staff. You will provide verbal and non-verbal interpretation across medical encounters, ensuring clear, culturally appropriate communication.

The role requires a HS diploma, at least one year of interpretation experience, and the ability to handle sensitive information with tact and patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• HS diploma/GED required for employment.
• 1 year of recent relevant interpreter experience.
• Bilingual in English and another service language preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreter/translation services for patients, families, and staff.
• Convey medical history, treatments, and diagnoses accurately.
• Maintain culturally sensitive communication and patient advocacy.

Skills

Second language

English proficiency

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule

Per Diem/Casual

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

ABSMC-Ashby Campus

Position Overview

Provides verbal and/or non-verbal, objective, specialized, and culturally appropriate interpreter/translation services for patients, families, providers and staff. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity of patient's cultural background in assisting staff and providers in obtaining and conveying information, such as medical history, financial information, and basic to complex medical and technical information including diagnosis, recommended treatments, routine care, etc. Demonstrates great tact and diplomacy to effectively meet the communication needs of the patient, patient's family, provider, staff, and others, as assigned to support delivery of high quality care in a safe and efficient manner.

Education Job Description

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Typical Experience

1-year recent relevant experience

Skills And Knowledge

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions in certified secondary language.
• Oral command of English and a second language of service (Cantonese, Spanish, etc.).
• Must be sensitive and knowledgeable of the distinction between neutral interpreting and patient advocacy.
• Demonstrates ability in listening and often requested by others to summarize and interpret what transpired at meetings and during conversations. Perseveres until all key points are explained. Always gives speakers the feeling of comfort and interest, focusing intently on the subject. Formulates responses and draws conclusions only after speakers are finished.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $36.58 to $51.20 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.