Senior Medical Interpreter - Vietnamese

Senior Medical Interpreter - Vietnamese

Job posting by Swedish.

Location:

Seattle, WA;
Department: 3900 SS LINGUISTIC SVC.

Interpretation of two or more languages/dialects, and/or translation in one or more language:
Vietnamese.

Provides accurate and impartial on‑site spoken language interpretation services requiring advanced proficiency in oral and written English and one foreign language or dialect, with preference for native or near‑native fluency in Vietnamese. Fluent English pronunciation is required. Professional level medical interpreting and knowledge of medical terminology to assist Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients and medical personnel to ensure linguistically appropriate care.

• Upon hire:
  National Certified Medical Interpreter – National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreters, or Washington Social Services Interpreter – Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
• 1 year of interpretation experience in a medical clinic or hospital setting.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Continuing education and/or training preferred in medical interpretation competencies, translation, and medical terminology.
• 3 years of interpretation experience in a medical clinic or hospital setting.
• 2 years of experience in translation of English and source language; training and education in translation competencies preferred. Must pass a competency exam and skills assessment.
• Professional training in translation or equivalent experience.
• TMS Translation memory system experience (SDL Trados or Memoq).
• Experience with Adobe or InDesign.
• Prior video interpreting experience.
• Experience in training adults.

Your pay range for this position is $29.62 - $45.31 per hour. Additional compensation may be available for shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching, health care (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, and other well‑being resources.

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level.

Employment Type:

Full-time.

Shift: Day. Career Track:
Technical/Skilled Support. Division: LINGUISTIC SERVICE. Workplace Type:
On-site.

Work Location:

Swedish First Hill 747 Broadway‑Seattle.

Requisition . Company:
Swedish Jobs. Job Category:
Patient Services. Job Function:
Clinical Support.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has a right to work in surroundings free from unlawful discrimination.