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How much do children's hospital interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for children's hospital interpreter in the United States is $64,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a children's hospital interpreter?

A Children's Hospital Interpreter helps facilitate communication between patients, families, and medical staff in a pediatric healthcare setting. They interpret spoken language in real time, ensuring that non-English-speaking families understand diagnoses, treatment plans, and medical procedures. They also provide cultural guidance to bridge gaps between patients and healthcare providers. Their work is essential for improving patient care, reducing misunderstandings, and supporting emotionally sensitive conversations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a children's hospital interpreter?

A Children's Hospital Interpreter must have fluency in at least two languages, a strong grasp of medical terminology, and typically a bachelor's degree or certification in interpretation. Specialized medical interpreter certifications and familiarity with video or telephone interpretation systems are often required. Outstanding interpersonal communication, empathy, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are crucial soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate, sensitive communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families in critical pediatric settings.

What are some typical challenges faced by children's hospital interpreters and how can they be managed?

Children's Hospital Interpreters often face emotionally charged situations, such as delivering difficult medical news or working with frightened young patients and their families. They must also navigate complex medical terminology and rapidly changing clinical scenarios, sometimes switching between multiple cases or languages in a single day. To manage these challenges, interpreters rely on thorough preparation, strong support from interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and continued professional development. Many hospitals provide access to debriefings and specialized training to help interpreters maintain both accuracy and emotional resilience.

Are Children's Hospital interpreters still in demand?

Children's Hospital interpreters are in ongoing demand due to the increasing need for language services in healthcare settings. They play a vital role in ensuring effective communication between medical staff and patients, often requiring certification and bilingual skills. The demand is expected to remain stable or grow as hospitals prioritize culturally competent care.

How do you become a children's hospital interpreter?

To become a children's hospital interpreter, you typically need proficiency in at least two languages, a relevant certification such as the Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI), and familiarity with medical terminology. Many employers also require experience in healthcare settings and strong communication skills to effectively assist patients and medical staff.
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Infographic showing various Children'S Hospital Interpreter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,020 per year, or $30.8 per hour.

Pediatric - Emergency Medicine Physician

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital

Knoxville, TN • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide immediate specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents experiencing acute illness and injuries in a pediatric emergency setting.

  • Collaborate closely with nursing, pediatric subspecialists, surgeons, ancillary services, and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, timely, and family-centered care.

  • Work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment within a state-of-the-art pediatric emergency department.

Job description

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician

Dolly Parton Children s Hospital is seeking an additional Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician to join our well-established team. This exceptional opportunity offers the chance to practice alongside experienced emergency pediatric emergency medicine-trained physicians and advanced practice providers serving patients at Dolly Parton Children's Hospital. This position provides immediate specialized care for infants, children and adolescents experiencing acute illness and injuries.

Position Highlights

  • The ideal candidate will work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and collaborate closely with nursing, pediatric subspecialists, surgeons, ancillary services and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, timely and family-centered care.
  • Practice at a nationally recognized children's hospital serving a broad regional patient population.
  • 55,000 children receive emergency care in a recently renovated, state-of-the-art space that includes dedicated trauma rooms, exam rooms with increased privacy for patients and sensory-sensitive rooms.
  • Enjoy a collegial physician culture focused on quality outcomes and patient-centered care.

A highly competitive salary is offered. The ideal candidate will be board certified or eligible, fellowship trained in Pediatric Emergency Medicine and eligible for medical licensure in Tennessee.

About Dolly Parton Children s Hospital

Dolly Parton Children s Hospital is a free-standing, independent, not-for-profit pediatric health care system serving the East Tennessee region. We exist to improve the health of children through comprehensive, family-centered care, wellness and education.

As a Comprehensive Regional Pediatric Center, we offer full capabilities to care for seriously ill children in a unique pediatric environment and offer the services of many different pediatric subspecialties. Annually, our hospital serves more than 500,000 patient encounters including an average of 5,000 inpatient admissions, 150,000 primary care visits, 80,000 specialty care visits, 10,000 surgical cases, 55,000 emergency visits and 45,000 urgent care visits.

Care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect and Excellence (CORE). We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter every interaction, every time. Dolly Parton Children s Hospital is taking care of our future, one child at a time.

About East Tennessee

Knoxville is a dynamic university town, offering a blend of small-town southern charm and big-city opportunity, and is known for its hospitality and affordability. Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, the city is located on the banks of the Tennessee River and surrounded by large, beautiful lakes. The area has four mild seasons with a wealth of opportunities for sports and outdoor enthusiasts. Explore 850 miles of hiking trails, easily drive six hours to the beach or take one of the 25 direct flights from the regional airport to visit a new destination. This area is a wonderful place to raise a family with excellent public schools and lots of family-friendly activities. Knoxville is experiencing steady growth, while still maintaining a small-town feel where no one meets a stranger. Continue your medical career with a team of talented and nice pediatric experts that value compassion, ownership, respect and excellence.

Please contact Linda Cox-Collier, or to learn more about this opportunity.

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