Spanish Medical Interpreter PRN

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Taylorsville (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Taylorsville, UT is seeking a professional medical interpreter to deliver oral and written interpretation across facilities and virtual services. The role requires specific interpreter qualifications beyond bilingual fluency and offers variable shifts on a PRN basis.

Applicants must reflect experience or certification in medical interpretation, demonstrate high accuracy in translation, and maintain patient confidentiality in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet at least one of the following: 40‑hour Professional Medical Interpreter course completion
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience
• Degree in Spanish, Translation, Interpretation, or related field
• Interpreter certification in another discipline (e.g. court)

Responsibilities

• Provide medical interpretation in consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation modes with high accuracy
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethics and HIPAA standards
• Act as a cultural mediator with strong intercultural communication skills
• Ensure accurate information exchange in proper cultural context
• Use computer, software and data entry tools for research and records
• Complete assignments timely with high accuracy and maintain records of interpretations

Skills

Medical terminology

Interpreting

Attention to detail

Cultural competence

Multilingual communication

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Professional Medical Interpreter certification

Degree in translation/interpretation

State or national interpreter license

Tools

EPIC

Translation software

Job description

Job Description

Coordinates and delivers both interpretation (oral) and translation (written) services for individuals with limited English proficiency across all Intermountain Health facilities and virtual services.

PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING. This position requires professional medical interpreter qualifications in addition to bilingual fluency. Being bilingual in English and Spanish alone does not qualify an applicant for this role. Qualified applicants must meet at least one of the following:

• 40‑hour Professional Medical Interpreter course completion
• 2+ years of professional interpreting experience
• Degree in Spanish, Translation, Interpretation, or related field
• Interpreter certification in another discipline (i.e. court, etc.)

Applications from candidates who do not meet one of the requirements above are unlikely to advance in the hiring process.

Professional medical interpretation requires specialized training, knowledge of medical terminology, confidentiality standards, and interpreter ethics.

Application Requirements

We want to give every candidate the best possible consideration. The hiring team is requiring all applicants (internal and external) must upload a current resume as part of their application. Please make sure your resume clearly reflects your interpreting experience, employment history, and any relevant certifications that support your qualifications.

Schedule and Shift

The schedule for this position will be variable shifts (days, evenings, nights, and weekends). This is a PRN/As needed position so no guaranteed hours.

Essential Functions

Interpret medical and general information with the highest degree of accuracy and completeness in consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation modes for patients, families, and Intermountain Health staff, using appropriate communication methods according to the individual’s developmental age and mental condition. Interpret complex medical information, demonstrating expert knowledge of medical terminology and the healthcare system. Acts as a cultural mediator, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and superior intercultural communication skills. Renders unbiased interpretation to ensure accurate exchange of information in the proper cultural context. Adheres to the National Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice for Healthcare Interpreters, demonstrating knowledge of HIPAA, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Section 1557 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Manages time productively, displaying a proactive approach to the job. Responds to requests in a timely manner and provides staff with an estimated time of arrival for interpretation assignments. Refers staff to phone or video interpretation per guidelines. Use computer, software, and electronic tools for research, data entry and other communication purposes within the work environment. Maintains accurate and complete records of all interpretation events. Ensures data across multiple platforms or sources is consistent and accurate. Translates written material into one or more languages, ensuring meaning, context, and localization are maintained. Completes assignments in a timely manner and with a high degree of accuracy.

Skills

• Professional ethics and communication
• Basic computer and data entry skills
• Collaboration/Teamwork
• Time Management
• Critical thinking
• Situational awareness
• Medical Terminology
• Cultural Communications
• Medical Knowledge
• Language Interpretation and Translation

Posting Specifics

Pay Range: $22.98 - $35.00. Pay is determined based on direct professional interpreting experience.

Benefits Eligible: No

Shift Details

PRN/As needed

Location

This position will support Taylorsville Clinic and West Valley Clinic.

Required Qualifications

Successful completion of a pre‑hire skills assessment.

Excellent oral and written command of both source and target language(s) as to obtain a “Professional Proficiency” or Level 3 in the ILR scale (or equivalent as approved by Manager), including specialized healthcare terminology.

Performs consecutive, simultaneous and Sight Translation with a high degree of accuracy in both languages.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high‑pressure environment.

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi‑task.

Demonstrated interpersonal verbal and written communication skills to function as part of a team and the flexibility and good judgement to work independently.

Certificate of completion from a 40‑hr Professional Medical Interpreter course.

Additional Criteria (If Professional Medical Interpreter course is not met)

Hold an interpreting certification in a different field (e.g., court)

Hold a college degree in translation or working language

Have 2 years of experience as a professional interpreter

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of experience working as an interpreter in healthcare settings.

Bachelor’s Degree in Interpretation or Translation, Languages or Communications.

National Certification as a Healthcare or Medical Interpreter from either CCHI or NBCMI; In Utah: State Certified Medical Language Interpreter License by DOPL.

Completion of a college‑level medical terminology course.

Knowledge of EPIC.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs. Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Work City

Taylorsville

Work State

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Actual Hourly Rate

Dependent upon experience. $22.98 - $35.00

Benefits

We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Company Overview

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

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PEAK Program

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

Closing Statement

All positions subject to close without notice. Thank you for your interest in continuing your career with our team.