Interpreters jobs in the United States (434 jobs)

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Counted Nov 8, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 434
Employers: 237

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / hour: $31.00Across 138 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $60,037Across 17 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 9%40 listings
Hybrid: 4%19 listings
On-site: 9%40 listings

Not specified: 77% (335 listings)

Employers hiring include Focus Interpreting (44), Prisma International, Inc. (20), MINDLINK RESOURCES LLC (16).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Interpreters jobs in the United States

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Interpreter / Translator
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Corpus Christi, TX
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Interpreter II
Mesa USD 4
Mesa, AZ
- From $26.48 USD / hour
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Interpreter Non-Certified English as a Second Language Farsi/Pashto Part-Time
Akron Public Schools
Akron, OH
- Part-time
Added 2 days ago
Interpreter, Sign Language (26-27 SY)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
Charlotte, NC
Added 2 days ago
Interpreter
Ultium Cells LLC
Spring Hill, TN
Added 2 days ago
AP
Interpreter (Pohnpeian or Chuukese languages)
Austin Public Schools
Austin, MN
- $20 USD / hour
Austin Public Schools seeks an on-call bilingual interpreters to provide language interpretation services on a limited, as-needed basis.
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Interpreter - Burmese & Hakha Chin
HEALTHNET INC
Indianapolis, IN
- From $20 USD / hour
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Interpreter Spanish
Global Language Connections
Minneapolis, MN
- $25 to $35 USD / hour
We are looking for interpreters fluent in the following languages: Spanish
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Interpreter - Spanish
Global Language Connections
Milwaukee, WI
- $32 to $37 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
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Interpreter - Spanish
Global Language Connections
Chicago, IL
- $30 to $35 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
Added 3 days ago
Interpreter - Somali
Global Language Connections
Minneapolis, MN
…education sectors. We are currently looking for professional interpreters and translators to work as independent contractors. The flexible schedule allows you to work when you are…
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Interpreter - Arabic , Tagalog , Hindi & Gujarati
Global Language Connections
Chicago, IL
- $37 to $42 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
Added 3 days ago
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Interpreter - American Sign Language
Global Language Connections
Milwaukee, WI
- $45 to $70 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
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Interpreter - American Sign Language
Global Language Connections
Chicago, IL
- $50 to $75 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
Added 3 days ago
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Interpreter - Russian , Ukrainian & Arabic
Global Language Connections
Milwaukee, WI
- $35 to $40 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
Added 3 days ago
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Interpreter - Polish , Ukrainian , Russian , Mandarin & Korean
Global Language Connections
Chicago, IL
- $33 to $38 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
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Interpreter - Hmong , Rohingya & Burmese
Global Language Connections
Milwaukee, WI
- $39 to $44 USD / hour
…connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and…
Added 3 days ago
Interpreter
Global Language Connections
Minneapolis, MN
…education sectors. We are currently looking for professional interpreters and translators to work as independent contractors. The flexible schedule allows you to work when you are…
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INTERPRETER
UNC Health Southeastern
Lumberton, NC
Added 3 days ago
Interpreter of Sign Language - Posted to Create Pool
Carroll County, MD Public Schools
Westminster, MD
Added 3 days ago
Interpreter II (ASL) - .8125 FTE, Special Education, High School, 2026-2027 School Year, Two positions, 32.5 hours/week, Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., $35.95-$38.73/hour.
Davis Joint Unified School District
Davis, CA
Added 3 days ago
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Interpreter (Full-Time Days)
Rochester General Hospital
United States
- Full-time
Added 3 days ago
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Interpreter - Spanish
Sutter Health
Oakland, CA
- $36.58 to $51.2 USD / hour
Added 4 days ago
Interpreter - Interpreters
Penn State Health
Reading, PA
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Interpreter Coordinator
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
United States
- $18.58 to $26.58 USD / hour

UnityPoint Health

Interpreter

Des Moines, IA, United States

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Job details

Experience: Certified Patient Experience Professional (CPXP) certification required within 2 years of hire.
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 17, 2026

Original job description

Area of Interest: Patient Care
FTE/Hours per pay period: .01
Department: Translation Services
Shift: Days - Hours Flexible.
Job ID: 187408

Overview

Bilingual Spanish Medical Interpreter | Every Conversation Matters

The Medical Interpreter provides accurate, complete, and culturally responsive interpretation services for patients, families, and healthcare providers. This includes in-person, video, and phone-based encounters across inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and procedural environments. This role facilitates effective communication between individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) and care teams, supporting understanding of diagnoses, treatments, patient rights, discharge instructions, and other critical health information. This position ensures all interactions are confidential, impartial, and aligned with UnityPoint Health’s commitment to providing exceptional experience s .

Schedule:

PRN As Needed: Day shift - hours flexible.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .
Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Interpretation Services:

Provide real-time interpretation between patients, families and healthcare providers
Accurately convey information without summarizing, omitting or altering meaning
Interpret in various care settings, including clinics, hospitals, emergency departments and virtual visits
Maintain confidentiality and neutrality at all times
Assist with obtaining informed consent and interpreting during sensitive or complex care encounters

Cultural Support & Advocacy:

Support culturally appropriate care by identifying and helping address cultural misunderstandings
Provide context when cultural norms may influence communication or health decision-making
Educate patients and families about their rights, services available and how to navigate the healthcare system

Documentation & Scheduling:

Accurately document interpretation encounters
Assist with scheduling interpreter services as needed
Maintain vendor equipment for language and accessibility services
Translate written documents

Professional Development & Compliance:

Participate in trainings, continuing education, patient experience initiatives and interpreter quality improvement activities
Stay current on medical terminology, healthcare topics and industry best practices
Support training and orientation of team members

Qualifications

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

1 year of experience as a professional medical interpreter in a clinical or hospital setting preferred.

1 year of experience in healthcare customer service, patient experience or a bilingual communication role preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s):

Ability to successfully pass a medical interpreting assessment prior to date of hire.

Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CCHI) certification required within 6 months of hire.

Certified Patient Experience Professional (CPXP) certification required within 2 years of hire.

Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons

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Skills

Patient care
Translation
Confidentiality
Communication skills
Decision making
Health care system
Scheduling
Participate in training sessions
Medical terminology
Customer service
Bilingualism
Valid driver's licence

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