Medical Interpreter Per Diem; Cantonese-Mandarin

Medical Interpreter Per Diem (Cantonese‑Mandarin)

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This position provides oral interpreting services for non‑English speaking and limited English‑speaking patients of the University of California, Davis Health.

Apply By Date: 1/12/2026 at 11:59 pm – Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time

• Meet minimum California auto insurance requirements.
• Passing score on internal Interpreter Competency Test or an active status as a Nationally certified medical interpreter.
• Required to hold a valid California driver’s license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Must be fluent in English and target language(s).
• Knowledge of medical terminology in source and target languages.
• Familiarity with the Medical Center setting.
• Skills to perform his/her work accurately, completely, and clearly with the greatest possible fidelity to the spirit and letter of the original communication.
• Ability to orally interpret information from the target language into English, and from English into the target language.
• Ability to interact with and relate to non‑English speaking persons of any background and culture with enthusiasm, professionalism and empathy.
• Tact and diplomacy to effectively meet the communication needs of the general public, medical staff, community, governmental agencies and internal committees.
• Organizational skills to determine patient and workload priorities to enable completion of appointments and projects in a timely manner.
• Confidence to interact with various departments one on one, through the phone, via video, and in writing.
• Ability to write and print legibly to accomplish the documentation and administration tasks assigned to the job.
• Ability to read schedules, forms, brochures and computer‑printed information required to determine location of physicians, families, facilities, etc. and to disseminate this information as required.
• Ability and physical dexterity to use computer terminal equipment.

• Certification from an independent medical interpreter school or program.
• Minimum of 6 months of dedicated healthcare interpreter experience.

• 90% - Oral Interpreting
• 10% - Record keeping and other duties

Medical Interpreting Services provides a range of language access services, including on‑site, telephone, video interpreting, and written translations to ensure access to healthcare services for NES/LES and deaf/hard‑of‑hearing patients.

• Salary or Pay Range: $33.24
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: 9357
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  MED INTERPRETER PD
• UC Job Code: 009357
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Per Diem
• Percentage of Time: 20
• Shift (Work Schedule):
  Day Mon-Fri, 8 hour
• Location:
  
  Patient Contact Center (HSP
  166)
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible:
  No
• This position is 100% on‑site

• High quality and low‑cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Work Life and Wellness programs and resources
• On‑site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for…