Interpreter
The Interpreter at Confidential Client provides accurate and culturally sensitive foreign language interpretation and translation services to patients and families, ensuring effective communication in healthcare settings. This part-time role requires proficiency in language skills, cultural competency, and collaboration with healthcare staff to facilitate patient care and address language barriers.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare (Children's Hospital).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a part-time Interpreter to provide accurate, compassionate foreign-language interpretation and translation for patients and families. This is a weekend, evening role (Saturday/Sunday, approx. 8:00–8:30 PM) in Little Rock, AR. This position supports clinical care by ensuring clear communication between non-English-speaking patients/families and care teams.
What You’ll Do
- Provide timely, accurate oral interpretation and written translation for patients and families in clinical settings.
- Interpret information faithfully without adding opinions, bias, or advice.
- Translate patient-specific materials and educational pamphlets with strong written accuracy.
- Educate clinical staff on cultural issues that may affect care and appropriate use of interpreter services.
- Confirm language requests are completed and that patients/staff received the assistance requested.
- Access and coordinate other language or hearing-impaired assistance services when needed; follow ADA rules for hearing-impaired translator services.
- Report patient concerns or social issues identified during interpretation to appropriate staff; do not attempt to resolve clinical or social issues independently.
- Follow up with patients/families to confirm concerns were addressed or resolved.
- Communicate and coordinate with other interpreters to cover shift needs and solve scheduling barriers.
- Assist with three‑way interpreting and respond to written translation requests.
- Enter daily logs of patients served and services provided into the departmental activity system.
- Make rounds to offer assistance to hospitalized or clinic patients who speak other languages.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule & Compensation
- Time type: Part time
- Shift: Weekend option (Day) — Saturday/Sunday, approximately 8:00–8:30 PM
- Hourly pay: Most new hires start between $20.50–$25.60 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
- Estimated annual equivalent (for typical hours): ~$44,111 (site estimate)
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree OR 4 years related experience/training OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated language proficiency and ability to interpret accurately in a warm, professional manner.
- Interpreter Skills Assessment (Confidential Client) or equivalent competency verification.
- Ability to work independently under stressful situations and collaborate effectively with clinical teams.
Preferred
- 1 year related experience in health care or medical interpreting.
- Certification such as Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) — CCHI or NBCMI.
Entry-level candidates with strong language skills are encouraged to apply.
Why This Role
- Make a measurable difference in patient care by removing language barriers.
- Work in a supportive healthcare environment focused on patient- and family-centered care.
- Competitive part-time hourly pay with opportunities to gain healthcare interpreting experience.
Other Important Information
- This role is safety-sensitive; candidates who are current users of medical marijuana may not be eligible.
- Confidential Client is committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with applicable employment laws and workplace safety policies.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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