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Spanish Medical Interpreter (full-time) - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Center (8:00a-4:30p Mon-Fri)101 Truman Medical CenterJob LocationUniversity Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, MissouriNow Hiring: Spanish Medical Interpreter
Help bridge language gaps in health care. Empower your community.
University Health is seeking a fluent Spanish-English Medical Interpreter to join our Language Access Services team. In this vital role, you'll help Spanish-speaking patients and families communicate clearly with doctors, nurses, and other hospital staff. Your interpretation will support safe, respectful, and culturally appropriate care.
You may be a strong fit if you:
Speak and understand Spanish and English fluently
Have experience interpreting in medical or community settings
Want to help your community understand their health care and treatment
Have completed or are willing to complete a professional medical interpreter training program
Are committed to confidentiality, accuracy, and cultural respect
What we offer:
A meaningful role supporting health equity
Training and opportunities for national certification
A welcoming and diverse workplace committed to inclusion
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of six months' experience in medical interpretation
Demonstrated fluency in English and target language, with a passing score of 85% or higher on a validated language competency exam
Successful completion of a formal medical interpreter training program (e.g., Bridging the Gap, JCCC, SBA, or equivalent)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
National certification through a recognized body (e.g., CCHI or NBCMI)
Experience interpreting in clinical environments with diverse patient populations
Make a difference in health care-apply today!
Join us in ensuring spanish-speaking patients feel heard, respected, and cared for.
Truman Medical Centers is committed to being a leader in providing culturally inclusive health care services for patients in ways that are effective, fair, respectful, and culturally competent and in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for employees. We value and celebrate our differences, which include, but are not limited to, race, ethnicity, language, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, literacy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, mobility, abilities, and belief systems.