We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** CPMC-California Pacific Med Center **Position Overview:** Provides verbal and/or non-verbal, objective, specialized, and culturally appropriate interpreter/translation services for patients, families, providers and staff. Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity of patient's cultural background in assisting staff and providers in obtaining and conveying information, such as medical history, financial information, and basic to complex medical and technical information including diagnosis, recommended treatments, routine care, etc. Demonstrates great tact and diplomacy to effectively meet the communication needs of the patient, patient's family, provider, staff, and others, as assigned to support delivery of high quality care in a safe and efficient manner. **Job Description** : **EDUCATION:** HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) **TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:** 1-year recent relevant experience **SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:** Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions in certified secondary language. Oral command of English and a second language of service (Cantonese, Spanish, etc.). Must be sensitive and knowledgeable of the distinction between neutral interpreting and patient advocacy. Demonstrates ability in listening and often requested by others to summarize and interpret what transpired at meetings and during conversations. Perseveres until all key points are explained. Always gives speakers the feeling of comfort and interest, focusing intently on the subject. Formulates responses and draws conclusions only after speakers are finished. **Job Shift:** Days **Schedule:** Per Diem/Casual **Shift Hours:** 4 **Days of the Week:** Variable **Weekend Requirements:** None **Benefits:** No **Unions:** No **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 0 **Employee Status:** Per Diem/Casual Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $33.16 to $41.45 / hour _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._ _​_