Medical Interpreter (Swahili/French)

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus

Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: UVMHN-Language Access

Per Diem (position has no committed hours and is not benefit eligible)

Standard Hours: 0

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Variable

Primary Shift: -

Weekend Needs: As Scheduled

Salary Range: Min $25.04 Mid $30.76 Max $36.48

Recruiter: Jaclyn Kimak

Join our Language Access Services team at UVM Health to help ensure equitable, high-quality care for all patients. Per Diem Medical Interpreters provide accurate and impartial interpretation between healthcare providers and patients whose preferred language is not English. This flexible role supports patient safety, dignity, and understanding across diverse medical settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional interpretation in English/French-Swahili across all medical specialties and settings.
• Ensure accuracy, impartiality, and confidentiality in every encounter.
• Collaborate with the Language Access Services team on initiatives such as training, education, documentation, and community engagement.
• Uphold ethical standards and promote culturally responsive care.

Education & Certification:

• Required:
  • Completion of at least 60 hours of medical interpreter training (national certification preferred).
• Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree in any field; language or healthcare-related studies are a plus.

Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of the National Standards for Healthcare Interpreting and commitment to best practices.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to a dynamic schedule across multiple care sites.
• Proficiency in complex medical terminology in both working languages.
• Professional, respectful communication style and dedication to patient-centered care.

Work Schedule:

This is a Per Diem position with flexible scheduling based on departmental needs. Interpreters may accept assignments as available and can continue working with other local agencies outside of UVM Health commitments.

Work Location:

UVM Health sites in the Burlington area, including UVM Medical Center, Fanny Allen, and others.

This is a bargaining union position.