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Napa County Superior Court

Court Interpreter

Napa, CA · On-site

$89K - $108K/yr

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How much do interpretation coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for interpretation coordinator in the United States is $57,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Interpretation Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interpretation Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in language services or linguistics, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with scheduling software, translation management systems, and sometimes industry certifications like ATA or CCHI are typically required. Exceptional communication, cultural sensitivity, and problem-solving abilities set top candidates apart in this role. These skills are crucial for efficiently managing interpreter assignments, ensuring language access, and maintaining high-quality service delivery.

What are some common challenges faced by an Interpretation Coordinator, and how can they be effectively managed?

Interpretation Coordinators often navigate challenges such as scheduling interpreters for multiple languages on short notice and ensuring accurate communication between diverse parties. Managing last-minute changes, coordinating with both internal teams and external vendors, and maintaining confidentiality are key aspects of the role. Strong organizational skills, proactive communication, and robust scheduling systems help tackle these challenges. Building a reliable network of interpreters and fostering clear expectations with clients and staff also contribute to smoother operations.

What is an Interpretation Coordinator?

An Interpretation Coordinator is a professional responsible for organizing and managing interpretation services, which facilitate communication between speakers of different languages. They coordinate schedules, assign interpreters to events or appointments, and ensure that clients' language needs are met efficiently. Interpretation Coordinators may also handle administrative tasks such as maintaining records, liaising with clients and interpreters, and ensuring compliance with ethical and confidentiality standards. This role is essential in settings such as hospitals, courts, conferences, and public service organizations where clear communication is critical.

What is the difference between Interpretation Coordinator vs Interpreter?

AspectInterpretation CoordinatorInterpreter
CredentialsOften requires certification in interpretation or translation, relevant degrees, and experience in coordinationTypically requires certification or licensing in interpretation, language proficiency, and sometimes specialized training
Work EnvironmentCoordinates interpretation services across events, organizations, or institutions, often in office or remote settingsProvides real-time language interpretation in settings like conferences, hospitals, courts, or meetings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by healthcare, legal, educational, and government sectors to manage interpretation servicesEmployed directly in roles requiring live or recorded interpretation in various industries

While Interpretation Coordinators manage and organize interpretation services, interpreters perform the actual language interpretation work. Both roles require language proficiency and relevant certifications, but the Coordinator focuses on logistics and planning, whereas interpreters deliver real-time language support.

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CARE COORDINATOR MEDICAL INTERPRETER

CARE COORDINATOR MEDICAL INTERPRETER

North East Medical Services

Burlingame, CA • On-site

$36.92 - $41.85/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Care Coordinator Medical Interpreter is part of the NEMS MSO Care Coordination and Case Management (CC/CM) team, The primary function of the Care Coordination Medical Interpreter is to establish communication between health care providers and NEMS patients who has limited English proficiency or prefer to speak in their native tongue. The interpreter's responsibility will be to interpret and to translate complex medical information to patients and ensure there is complete understanding of medical information between doctors, nurses, medical staffs, and patients. This position is required to provide service over virtual systems as well as provide face-to-face service at various types of medical facilities, e.g. physician offices, hospital outpatient facilities, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, etc.
This position is an important communication link between a doctors and patients. Candidate is required to have effective communication skills and knowledge to avoid cultural misunderstandings between patients and medical professionals, strive to provide a positive and relaxed experience so patients feel comfortable disclosing sensitive information about their medical conditions. While serving to bridge the language barrier between patients and doctors, this position must uphold patient confidentiality in accordance with policies and procedures of NEMS and other medical facilities.
The Care Coordinator Medical Interpreter is required to have well-understanding of the many benefits and coverage offered by the different managed care products, including Medicare Advantage, D-SNP, Medi-Cal Managed Care, and other Supplemental programs. In order to ensure eligible patients are receiving timely and efficient health care and support services, the Care Coordinator Medical Interpreter will also be responsible to facilitate medical, behavioral, social and community support services for patients in need of enhanced care coordination services. These services will be through the development of a multi-disciplinary care plan, self-management goals and referrals to both internal and external resources.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Accompany non-English speaking patients to specialist medical appointments or provide service virtually; establish effective communication between doctors, nurses and patients at the medical appointment by interpreting and translating a wide range of medical information that includes medical conditions, treatment options, follow-up appointment details, insurance coverage, etc., at the medical care facility
  • Translate medical documents such as medical history questionnaire, post-appointment/discharge summary, self-care instruction, health education lecture materials, etc. for patients prior to, during, and after medical appointments. Assist patients with understanding and completing paperwork that's required for medical procedure(s)
  • Provide accurate interpretation of communication between patient and healthcare providers; ensure the understanding of information exchange between the parties involved.
  • Connect through various virtual systems to deliver service.
  • Coordinate care for patients after the medical appointment to ensure referrals to other specialist(s) and/or medical procedure(s) are in place
  • Monitor delivery of care by identifying progress toward desired care outcomes; interact with involved services providers and/or facilities to negotiate and expedite scheduling and completion of tests, procedures, and consults
  • Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings to evaluate outcomes of care by measuring intervention effectiveness; implements team recommendations
  • Be the system navigator and point of contact for patients enrolled in managed care programs, assist patients with benefit coverage and access to care questions/concerns
  • Provide enhanced care coordination services assisting patients in problem solving with issues related to the health care system, financial or social barriers
  • Conduct outreach activities to assigned members by phone, mail or any other forms of communication method to promote program engagement and NEMS marketing strategy
  • Collect and report statistical information for monthly and quarterly reports
  • Document program measure results and submit to MSO Committee as needed
  • Contribute to NEMS' marketing strategy and other outreach project planning
  • Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor

  • Completion of a two-year degree from an accredited higher education institution
  • Certification from an accredited Medical Interpreter program or Healthcare Interpreter Program in Cantonese and/or Mandarin, Vietnamese, or Spanish. May be substituted by passing the LanguageLine Interpreter Skills Test (IST).
  • 1-3 years' experience interpreting in a clinical setting preferred
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Excellent listening, speaking, and retention skills to accurately convey messaging
  • Excellent social, communication skills, strong analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vehicle
  • Knowledge of State/Federal healthcare compliance requirements, particularly DHCS/Medi-Cal guidelines a plus
  • Ability to self-manage in a detail-oriented environment
  • Ability to operate PC based software programs or automated database management systems
  • Good organization and prioritization skills, outstanding in time management

LANGUAGE:
  • Must be able to fluently read, write, and speak English
  • Must be verbally fluent in the foreign language that's required for the position.
  • The ability to speak an additional foreign language is a plus.

STATUS:
  • This is an FLSA Non-exempt position.
  • This is not an OSHA high-risk position.
  • This is a full time position.

NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).

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