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Japanese Medical Translation Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Creates translation workflow manuals and updates accordingly to department changes. * Receives ... Agency benefits include eligibility for medical insurance, employee assistance program, and paid ...

MEDICAL TRANSLATOR INTERPRETER

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$21.75 - $28.50/hr

Provides accurate and professional language translation and interpreting services. Translator ... A minimum of 1 year medical translation experience in English and the target language is required.

MEDICAL TRANSLATOR INTERPRETER

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$21.75 - $28.50/hr

Provides accurate and professional language translation and interpreting services. Translator ... A minimum of 1 year medical translation experience in English and the target language is required.

Localization Translator

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

Check translation accuracy between Japanese and English * Assist with communication with domestic ... Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses ...

Paid Sick Leave in accordance with applicable law, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance ... This position does not involve written translation however translators and other skilled linguists ...

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How much do japanese medical translation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for japanese medical translation in the United States is $25.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Japanese Medical Translation vs Japanese Medical Interpreter?

AspectJapanese Medical TranslationJapanese Medical Interpreter
CredentialsTranslation certifications, language proficiency testsInterpreter certifications, medical language skills
Work EnvironmentDocument review, translation projects, remote or office-basedLive medical consultations, hospital settings, conferences
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, translation agenciesHospitals, clinics, medical conferences, patient interactions

Japanese Medical Translation involves converting medical documents into Japanese, focusing on accuracy and clarity in written form. Japanese Medical Interpreter facilitates real-time communication between medical professionals and patients, requiring quick thinking and verbal skills. Both roles are essential in healthcare but serve different functions within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Japanese Medical Translation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Contract. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,349 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

$50K - $65K/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Position Basics
Seeking an interpreter/translator (both Japanese to English and English to Japanese)
  • Work location: Eaton, OH
  • Salary : $50,000~65,000/year
  • FLSA : Non-exempt
  • Work hours: Mon through Fri, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with 30min lunch break
  • Overtime: May be required
  • Benefit: Medical, dental, vision, life, and 401K
  • Relocation Assistance: No
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Translation:
  • Translate presentations, business correspondence, training materials, etc.
Interpretation:
  • Provide interpretation for both large and small scale meetings including
    • Business meetings: all-company reports, customer and supplier relations, sales, finance, etc.),
    • Technical meetings: design reviews, new model planning, specification discussions, etc.
    • Production meetings: quality defect investigations, audits, daily reports, training, etc.
Employee support
  • Provides support to Japanese associates and their families, including
    • interpretation for medical appointments as needed
    • Administrative assistance related to relocation and daily life in the U.S.
    • General cultural and communication support
Additional Responsibilities
  • Occasional evening meetings (approximately 0 to 3 per month)
  • Occasional overnight travel to suppliers and customers for interpretation support
Qualifications
  • Translation/Interpretation experience at Automotive/manufacturing related experience is preferred.