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Job Location drjobs

Oakland, CA - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 33 - 46

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Under the direction guidance and supervision of the Manager of Interpreter Services this position serves as a bilingual medical interpreter for providers patients and families in both the inpatient and outpatient hospital setting.


The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $33.78 $46.08 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF including total compensation please visit: School graduate or Equivalent.

  • 2 years as a Medical Interpreter preferably within an inpatient hospital setting.
  • Bilingual in English and target language (Mam). Bilingual skills in identifying basic body parts. Bilingual skills in basic medical terminology. Triadic method of interpreting.
  • Basic knowledge of medical diagnosis andimplications.
  • Basic knowledge of hospital departments.
  • Demonstrated medical translation skills.
  • Ability to work in a high stress high volume area.
  • Understanding of cultural spiritual and developmental needs of pediatric patient and family.
  • Working knowledge of computers including MS Office Suite (ExcelWord). Working knowledge of typing and computer systems.
  • Ability to utilize HIS computer system for entering daily statistics and retrieving patient information.
  • Candidates must successfully complete a Childrens Hospital Oakland interpreter skills assessment including testing of language assessment covers both oral and written skills.

  • Physical Requirements:
    • Sit: Up to 6 hours/day
    • Stand/Walk: Up to 6 hours
    • Bend/Stoop: Up to 3 hours
    • Reach: Up to 6 hours
    • Rep Use of UE: Up to 6 hours
    • Lift/Push/Pull: 25 lbs over 25# with assistance or equipment
    • This job requires the ability to hear alarms clients and/or instruction. The ability to see accurately from 20 inches to 20 feet. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.


    Preferred Qualifications
    N/A

    License/Certification
    License/Certification: Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI) or Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI) highly preferred.

    Equal Employment Opportunity
    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age protected veteran status or other protected status under state or federal law.

    About UCSF
    At UCSF Health our mission of innovative patient care advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining whats possible for the patients we serve a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

    Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

    Pride Values
    UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism respect integrity diversity and excellence also known as our PRIDE values.

    In addition to our PRIDE values UCSF is committed to equity both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education discovery and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at


    Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

    Employment Type

    Full Time

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