Medical Interpreter

Medical Interpreter

Quality and Risk Managment
FT
Grand River Health Rifle CO

At Grand River we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect friendliness and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What Youll Do

The Medical Interpreter facilitates clear and accurate communication between healthcare providers and patients with limited English proficiency across a wide range of medical and administrative interactions. This role ensures patients understand their care while supporting culturally sensitive communication and maintaining ethical interpretation standards. The interpreter also supports departmental operations training and special projects as needed.

• Provide accurate oral and written interpretation for medical billing insurance and care-related conversations.
• Respond to interpreter requests across departments for patient appointments and healthcare services.
• Accompany patients during visits to assess and support understanding of medical information.
• Translate typed and handwritten materials between languages.
• Document interpretation activities according to hospital standards.
• Participate in training meetings and assist with special projects and assigned duties.
• Performs a variety of tasks and other duties as assigned.

Who Were Looking For

Were looking for a skilled and culturally aware Medical Interpreter who can ensure clear accurate and compassionate communication between patients and healthcare teams. The ideal candidate brings strong language abilities professionalism and the ability to navigate sensitive clinical environments with confidence and care.

• Bilingual proficiency in both Spanish and English with the ability to accurately interpret meaning tone and cultural context required.
• Qualified interpreter credentials required.
• Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills including professional phone and email etiquette.
• Ability to remain calm professional and effective when handling sensitive urgent or complex situations.
• Strong understanding of patient service standards organizational policies and confidentiality requirements.

What We Offer
Our total rewards package includes

• Pay Range: $20.43 - $25.52/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical dental vision PTO from day one extended illness time retirement plan with match and more
• Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs gyms ski passes pet insurance access to outdoor recreation and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors including a candidates qualifications skills competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health
As a special taxing district we are accountable to our community allowing us to prioritizeexceptional patient-centered careover financial bottom main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live the atmosphere ofa caring and friendly communityhas been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:
To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:
To be our communities first choice in quality healthcare.