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Carilion Clinic

Medical Interpreter

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$20.10 - $28.14/hr

R156178 Medical Interpreter (Open) How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: Provides accurate language ... Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) * Paid Time Off (accrued ...

Carilion Clinic

Medical Interpreter

Roanoke, VA

$20.10 - $28.14/hr

R156178 Medical Interpreter (Open) How You'll Help Transform Healthcare: Provides accurate language ... Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B) * Paid Time Off (accrued ...

Bannerhealth

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Phoenix, AZ

As a Medical Interpreter with Banner University Medical Center- Phoenix, you will be an important ... All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, volunteers and all other members of the ...

Banner Health

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

As a Medical Interpreter with Banner University Medical Center- Phoenix, you will be an important ... All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, volunteers and all other members of the ...

Banner Health

Spanish Medical Interpreter

Phoenix, AZ

As a Medical Interpreter with Banner University Medical Center- Phoenix, you will be an important ... All levels of nursing management and staff, medical staff, volunteers and all other members of the ...

UCHealth

Spanish Video Medical Interpreter

Aurora, CO · On-site

$24.11 - $36.17/hr

Department: UCHlth Interpreter Services - Spanish Video Medical Interpreter * Work Schedule ... Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan ...

Allina Health

Spanish Interpreter

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$26.07 - $35.72/hr

Interpreting. * Provides accurate, and complete in-person, telephone and video interpreting ... Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) * Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical ...

Allina Health

$26.07 - $35.72/hr

August 05, 2026 Department: 16008130 Allina Interpreter Services Shift: Day (United States of ... Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) * Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical ...

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How much do volunteer medical interpreter jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer medical interpreter in the United States is $64,020.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by volunteer medical interpreters and how can they be managed?

Volunteer Medical Interpreters often encounter challenges such as navigating medical jargon, managing emotional situations, and ensuring accurate communication across cultural differences. It’s important to stay up to date with medical terminology and seek clarification from healthcare professionals when needed. Building strong communication skills and maintaining professional boundaries can help interpreters manage stressful interactions while providing effective support to patients and staff. Regular training and peer support are valuable resources for developing resilience and maintaining high standards in the role.

What is a volunteer medical interpreter?

Volunteer Medical Interpreters are individuals who assist patients and healthcare providers by translating spoken or signed language during medical appointments, procedures, or hospital stays. They help ensure that patients with limited English proficiency or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can understand their medical care, treatment options, and instructions. These interpreters typically work without pay and play a vital role in bridging communication gaps, promoting patient safety, and supporting equitable healthcare access.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volunteer medical interpreter?

To thrive as a Volunteer Medical Interpreter, you need fluency in at least two languages, a strong understanding of medical terminology, and ideally a certificate in medical interpreting. Familiarity with interpretation protocols, translation software, and remote communication platforms is often required. Exceptional listening, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain impartial make someone stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate communication between patients and healthcare providers, ultimately improving patient outcomes and access to care.
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Medical Interpreter

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Memphis, TN • On-site

$24 - $42/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 1,055 rated hospitals

Job description

Better at Work. Better at Life.
When you work at St. Jude, you'll join a highly collaborative work culture that inspires you every day to be your best. With opportunities for learning and growth, you can shape a career path that is right for you while also enjoying all the benefits and stability of working for a world-class institution. This includes work-life balance with generous paid time-off and on-campus conveniences that make life a little easier. Join us and you'll quickly see why St. Jude is consistently ranked by our employees on Glassdoor as a "Best Place to Work."
A Medical Interpreter provides on-site and over-the-phone interpretation services for providers, patients, and caregivers at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Medical proficiency and experience interpreting in Hebrew could be a plus. Helps to link Limited-English Proficient (LEP) patients and families with appropriate hospital resources. Performs translation of non-critical documents on a limited basis.
Full-time Position
Shift hours: 8:30AM to 5:00PM
Professional Interpreting Experience Required
Job Responsibilities:
  • Interprets critical medical information in Spanish and English for providers, patients, and caregivers at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, both on-site and over the phone. Proficiency interpreting in medical encounters in Hebrew could be a plus. Ensures that providers and LEP/NEP patients and parents clearly understand each other in verbal exchanges of essential information during inpatient and outpatient visits (e.g., informed consent, medical interview, health care instructions). Interprets telephone conferences between caregivers and providers. Notifies supervisor of potential or actual communication problems regarding LEP/NEP patients and staff. Maintains confidentiality in all matters related to LEP/NEP patients and families.
  • Helps to link Limited-English Proficient (LEP) patients and families with appropriate hospital resources.
  • Performs written translation of non-critical documents on a limited basis.
  • Provides timely and accurate daily records of all interpreting services performed
  • Participates in continuing education programs and competency training to enhance professional medical interpretation skills
  • Collaborates with other interpreters to ensure coverage of interpreting assignments; participates in on-call rotation as assigned
  • Assists with the coordination of volunteer medical interpreters
  • Assists with the orientation and training of other medical interpreters as needed
  • Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and the institution
  • Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

Minimum Education and/or Training:
  • High school/GED required
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Prior completion of an accredited medical interpreter training course of at least 40 hours is required. A list of training programs is posted on the IMIA web site at http://www.imiaweb.org/education/accreditationhistory.asp

Minimum Experience:
  • Three months or 480 hours of documented medical interpreting experience is required
  • Proficiency in English, Hebrew, and one other language preferred

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by Law:
  • None

Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only:
  • (LC:CCHI or NBCMI)Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI) issued by the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters OR Certified Medical Interpreter (NBCMI) issued by the National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters within 12 months of hire into this position.

Compensation
In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $24.00 - $42.00 per hour for the role of Medical Interpreter.
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