Clinical Interpreter

University of Arkansas System

Clinical Interpreter providing Spanish/English interpretation for patients at UAMS. Facilitating communication in healthcare settings to enhance patient-centered care.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

medical interpretingtranslationlanguage proficiencymedical terminologyinterpretationcultural competencecommunication barrier identificationappointment schedulingclinic registrationdocumentation

Soft Skills

professionalismimpartialitycultural sensitivityclear communicationworkflow efficiencyequitable patient careeducational skillsteam collaborationproblem-solvingconfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

telehealth technologyvideo remote interpreting (VRI)interpreting equipmentphonesvideo platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

National Certificationmedical/health care interpreter certificationBridging the Gap medical proficiency training

Industry Keywords

HIPAA compliancelanguage-access standardslimited English proficiency (LEP)patient educationhealthcare interpreting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides accurate, complete Spanish/English interpretation for patients, families, and healthcare providers through phone, video remote interpreting (VRI), and in-person interactions as needed.
Facilitates clear communication regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, procedures, discharge instructions, and informed consent.
Translates written materials such as patient education documents, consent forms, discharge instructions, insurance forms, and clinic communications with linguistic and cultural accuracy.
Ensures confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA, UAMS policies, and language-access standards during all patient interactions.
Maintains professionalism, impartiality, and cultural competence while supporting equitable patient care for limited English proficiency (LEP) patients.
Conveys meaning-for-meaning interpretation between providers and patients without omission or alteration.
Identifies communication barriers and recommend solutions to improve patient understanding and workflow efficiency.
Assists patients with appointment scheduling, clinic registration, and navigation of healthcare services in their preferred language.
Utilizes medical terminology appropriately in both English and the target language during clinical encounters.
Supports departmental operations through scheduling, documentation, reporting, interpreting logs, and participation in meetings or quality initiatives.
Educates staff on interpreter-services best practices, cultural sensitivity, and language-access compliance requirements when applicable.
Operates telehealth technology, video platforms, phones, and related interpreting equipment effectively in remote and clinical settings.
Adheres to national standards for healthcare interpreting and maintain required interpreter certifications and continuing education.
May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree OR High School diploma/GED plus four (4) years medical interpreting experience
Must pass a language proficiency test administered through UAMS during the interview process.
Complete 40 hours of Bridging the Gap medical proficiency training and obtain National Certification within one year of hire.
Must be fluent in Spanish and English (Read, Write, and Speak) and proficiently interpret and translate from English to Spanish and/or Spanish to English.
Certified as a medical/health care interpreter and/or proven medical interpreting proficiency.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
Career Training and Educational Opportunities
Merchant Discounts
Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy