Senior Hmong Interpreter Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Location Address:

2925 Chicago Ave Loading Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321

Date Posted:

August 05, 2026

Department:

16008130 Allina Interpreter Services

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• 1 FTE (80 hours per 2 week pay period)
• 8 hour day shift
• No weekend rotation

Job Description:

Accurately interprets messages between Limited English Proficiency (LEP) patients and companions and healthcare providers or support staff in a variety of settings. Translates the written documents or medical records from the source language to the target language. Works in collaboration with other members of the language services team. Acts as a mentor for other translators and interpreters.
Principle Responsibilities

• Interpreting.
  • Provides accurate, and complete in-person, telephone and video interpreting services to healthcare professionals, patients and companions following department standards and National Council on Interpreting in Health Care ethics and standards of practice.
• Translation.
  • Translates, proofreads, edits, and revises translated materials following accepted professional standards.
• Process Development.
  • Promotes the advancement of translation and interpretation services with the health care team by developing cutting-edge processes, participating in employee development and monitoring, measuring and evaluating service processes.
• Documentation.
  • Documents interpreting services in the electronic medical record.
• Safety and Quality.
  • Identifies and communicates quality concerns.
  • Participates in quality improvement activities to evaluate and improve service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required functional competencies as listed on the job description
• Vocational or Technical Training in a medical interpreter training such as Bridging the Gap, The Community Interpreting and/or interpreting credits from an accredited institution
• 2 to 5 years experience interpreting in healthcare
• 0 to 2 years experience translating in healthcare

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate's or Vocational degree in Business or health care related field or equivalent

Licenses/Certifications

• State of Minnesota Medical Interpreters Roster required
• National Health Care Interpreter Certification within 1 Year required or
• Certified Health Care Interpreter (CHI) or Core CHI from Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters within 1 Year required or
• Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) from National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters within 1 Year required or
• Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) or Hub-CMI from National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters within 1 Year required
• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment
• American Translators Association (ATA) certification preferred

Physical Demands

• Light Work:
• Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $27.65 to $37.90 per hourThe pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.