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How much do part time children's hospital interpreter jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time children's hospital interpreter 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part time children's hospital interpreter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Children's Hospital Interpreter, you need fluency in at least two languages, a deep understanding of medical terminology, and typically a relevant certification such as CCHI or NBCMI. Familiarity with hospital interpreting protocols, remote interpretation platforms, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure accurate communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families, ultimately supporting safe, effective, and compassionate pediatric care.

What does a part time children's hospital interpreter do?

A Part Time Children's Hospital Interpreter facilitates communication between medical staff, patients, and families who have limited proficiency in the hospital's primary language. They help ensure that medical information, instructions, and emotional support are clearly conveyed, promoting understanding and comfort during medical visits. Interpreters may work in various hospital departments, such as emergency, outpatient, or inpatient units, and often assist with both verbal and written translations. By bridging language barriers, they play a critical role in delivering quality healthcare to children and their families.

What is the difference between Part Time Children's Hospital Interpreter vs Part Time Medical Interpreter?

AspectPart Time Children's Hospital InterpreterPart Time Medical Interpreter
CredentialsLanguage proficiency, medical interpreting certification, pediatric healthcare knowledgeLanguage proficiency, medical interpreting certification, general healthcare knowledge
Work EnvironmentChildren's hospitals, pediatric clinics, healthcare settings focused on childrenHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities serving diverse patient populations
Employer & IndustryChildren's hospitals, pediatric healthcare providersGeneral hospitals, healthcare organizations, medical clinics
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in pediatric healthcare interpretingGeneral medical interpreting roles across healthcare settings

While both roles involve medical interpreting, the Part Time Children's Hospital Interpreter specializes in pediatric healthcare environments, requiring knowledge of children's medical needs and pediatric terminology. The Part Time Medical Interpreter has a broader scope, working across various healthcare settings without a specific focus on children. The key difference lies in the patient population and specialized training for working with children and their families.

What are some common challenges faced by part time children's hospital interpreters, and how can they be addressed?

Part-time children's hospital interpreters often face challenges such as managing emotionally charged situations, quickly adapting to different medical specialties, and ensuring accurate communication with both young patients and their families. Building rapport with children while maintaining professionalism can require extra sensitivity. To address these challenges, interpreters benefit from ongoing training in medical terminology, pediatric communication strategies, and emotional resilience. Collaborating closely with medical staff and seeking support from interpreter services teams can also help in navigating difficult cases effectively.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Children'S Hospital Interpreter job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,349 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Spanish Interpreter (Part-Time)

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

$23.45/hr

Part-time

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

Evening Shift (United States of America)
Hours: Part-Time, 20 hours p/week; Monday - Friday 3:00pm to 7:00pm
Compensation based on experience, starting from $23.45.
Mary Free Bed Summary
We have the great privilege of helping patients and families re-build their lives. It's extraordinarily meaningful work and the reason we greet the day with optimism and anticipation. When patients "Ask for Mary," they experience a culture that has been sculpted for more than a century. Our hallmark is to carefully listen to patients and innovatively serve them. This is true of every employee, from support staff and leadership, to clinicians and care providers.
Mary Free Bed is a not-for-profit, nationally accredited rehabilitation hospital serving thousands of children and adults each year through inpatient, outpatient, sub-acute rehabilitation, orthotics and prosthetics and home and community programs. With the most comprehensive rehabilitation services in Michigan and an exclusive focus on rehabilitation, Mary Free Bed physicians, nurses and therapists help our patients achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. The growing Mary Free Bed Network provides patients throughout the state with access to our unique standard of care
Mission Statement
Restoring hope and freedom through rehabilitation.
Employment Value Proposition
At Mary Free Bed, we take pride in our values-based culture:
  • Focus on Patient Care. A selfless drive to serve and heal connects all MFB employees.

  • Clinical Variety and Challenge. An inter-disciplinary approach and a top team of professionals create ever-changing opportunities and activities.

  • Family Culture. We offer the stability of a large organization while nurturing the family/team atmosphere of a small organization.

  • Trust in Each Other. Each employee knows that co-workers can be trusted to make the right decision for our family, patients, staff, and community.

  • A Proud Tradition. Years of dedicated, quality service to our patients and community have yielded a reputation that fills our employees with pride.

Summary
Performs Spanish certified medical interpretation and translation between medical staff, patients and families. Coordinates the provision of certified medical interpretation and translation services for all rehabilitation hospital service lines.
Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Adheres to the NCIHC (National Council of Interpreters in Health Care) Code of Ethics

  • Assists with scheduling and other tasks during down time

  • Understands and communicates to staff the proper use of interpreting services and tools

  • Knows how to use and locate interpretation tools (ipad, phones, etc) that the hospital service lines use to ensure communication needs of our patients are being met.

  • Maintains or exceeds productivity expectations

  • Maintains policies and procedures related to interpreter and translation services

  • Follows the Mary Free Bed Standards of Behavior

  • Uses all technology available to meet the interpretation needs of the patients for all hospital service lines

Customer Service Responsibilities
Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourages, coaches, and monitors the same in team members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information.
Responsibilities in Quality Improvement
Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service.
Essential Job Qualifications
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret for multiple medical disciplines for patients/families from English to Spanish and vice versa.

  • Two-year associate's degree in Business, Finance, Health Care and/or a minimum of two years of experience in both professional and hospital interpreter services.

  • Completion of a 40-hour healthcare interpreter training class

  • Competency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly adapt to new technology

  • Able to work independently at a high level of efficiency.

  • High emotional intelligence to manage dynamic social interactions.

  • Detail-oriented.

  • Highly organized to handle multiple tasks throughout the day.

  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills, understanding and effective use of both verbal and non-verbal communication.

  • Ability to assist with daily interpreter reports to assure coverage and prevent double-bookings/late cancellations.

  • Maintain the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and proactive communication.

  • Active listening skills, ready availability, and high visibility.

  • Proactive and ongoing personal skill development.

Preferred Job Qualifications
  • Ability to obtain CCHI certification within 1 year of employment

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification
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Remain in a stationary position
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Traverse or move around work location
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Use keyboard
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Operate or use department specific equipment
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Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder
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Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role
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Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding
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Transport, position, and/or exert force
Up to 10 pounds
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Up to 25 pounds
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Up to 50 pounds
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Up to 75 pounds
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Other weight: Up to pounds
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Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@maryfreebed.com.
Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.

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