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Interpreter - Spanish

Sutter Health logoSutter Health$36.58–$51.20/hrOaklandPart timePosted 2d ago

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This posting states $36.58–$51.20 an hour. Open medical interpreter jobs in California post a median of $43.24 an hour, the middle half $38.42–$45.77, across 12 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medical interpreters employed in California earn a median of $34.02 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

ABSMC-Ashby Campus

Position Overview

Provides verbal and/or non-verbal, objective, specialized, and culturally appropriate interpreter/translation services for patients, families, providers and staff. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity of patient's cultural background in assisting staff and providers in obtaining and conveying information, such as medical history, financial information, and basic to complex medical and technical information including diagnosis, recommended treatments, routine care, etc. Demonstrates great tact and diplomacy to effectively meet the communication needs of the patient, patient's family, provider, staff, and others, as assigned to support delivery of high quality care in a safe and efficient manner.

Job Description

EDUCATION:

HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

1-year recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions in certified secondary language.

Oral command of English and a second language of service (Cantonese, Spanish, etc.).

Must be sensitive and knowledgeable of the distinction between neutral interpreting and patient advocacy.

Demonstrates ability in listening and often requested by others to summarize and interpret what transpired at meetings and during conversations. Perseveres until all key points are explained. Always gives speakers the feeling of comfort and interest, focusing intently on the subject. Formulates responses and draws conclusions only after speakers are finished.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $36.58 to $51.20 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

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About Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit integrated health system with more than 20 (source: Sutter Health, Sutter Health overview) hospitals, 600+ (source: Sutter Health, Sutter Health overview) care locations and 57,000+ (source: Sutter Health, Divisions at Sutter Health) employees serving Northern California and the Central Coast. Sources: Sutter Health, Sutter Health overview; Sutter Health, Divisions at Sutter Health

Based in Sacramento, CAHires in CaliforniaPay on its listings: 88.8% of its open jobs state an hourly rate

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