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Shriners Children's

Medical Interpreter

Galveston, TX · On-site

The Medical Interpreter is responsible for providing interpretation and translation services for patients and family members and staff. Services include listening to, understanding, and interpreting ...

Shrinerschildrens

Medical Interpreter

Galveston, TX

The Medical Interpreter is responsible for providing interpretation and translation services for patients and family members and staff. Services include listening to, understanding, and interpreting ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical interpreters in Texas is $31.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.94 and $37.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Medical Interpreters vs Medical Translators?

AspectMedical InterpretersMedical Translators
CredentialsCertification (e.g., CMI, NRMI), language proficiency testsTranslation certifications, language proficiency
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare settings, in-person or real-time interpretationDocuments, manuals, reports, written materials
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, hospitals, clinicsMedical publishing, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organizations

Medical interpreters focus on real-time spoken communication in healthcare settings, requiring certification and language proficiency for in-person or live interpretation. Medical translators work with written medical documents, translating texts and reports. Both roles are essential in healthcare but serve different communication needs.

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Medical interpreters typically earn between $20 and $35 per hour, depending on experience, certification, and location. Some may work as freelancers or through agencies, which can affect pay rates and scheduling flexibility.

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Medical interpreters are in high demand due to the growing need for language services in healthcare settings, especially as patient populations become more diverse. Employment opportunities are expected to increase as hospitals and clinics seek qualified interpreters with language skills and certification to improve patient care and comply with legal requirements.

What qualifications do you need to be a medical interpreter?

Medical interpreters typically need fluency in at least two languages and often require certification such as the Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) or Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI). Strong communication skills, cultural competence, and knowledge of medical terminology are also important qualifications for the role.

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Spanish Medical Interpreter

Children's Health

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical

Re-posted 25 days ago

Children's Health rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 83 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

192nd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Spanish Medical Interpreter

Department: Language Access Services

Location: Dallas, TX

Shift: Full-time

Job Type: On-Site


Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
This job is responsible for the accurate interpretation via face to face, phone or video of health care information to and from Spanish-speaking patients/patient families and health care providers as well as other specialties involved in patient care.

Responsibilities:
* Accurately interprets medical and health care information/instructions from physicians, nurses or other health care staff to Spanish-speaking patients/families in consecutive or simultaneous mode by following the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care and department's established standards.
* Assists in obtaining patients/families' signature where appropriate; and provides information regarding health care related cultural issues/needs of Spanish-speaking patients/families to hospital staff to develop sensitivity.
* Manages and keeps accurate information for each encounter in the Language Access Services EPIC scheduling system.
* Assists with varying departmental activities and projects as requested by department's leadership; and performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
* Provides occasional services outside of normal working hours on as-needed basis and/or for staff meetings and continuous education.


How You'll Be Successful:

WORK EXPERIENCE
* At least 1 year Job related experience or Bachelor's degree in Interpretation/Translation required
EDUCATION
* High school diploma or equivalent required
* Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred
* 40-hour or more of healthcare, community or legal interpreter training preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Certified Healthcare Interpreter from the CCHI (Certified Commission for Healthcare Interpreters) or Certified Medical Interpreter from the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters within 1 year of employment required

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits - How We'll Care for You:

Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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