Spanish Translation Specialist in Portland, Oregon at Oregon Health & Science University

Spanish Translation Specialist

US--Remote

Requisition ID: 2026-39901
Position Category: Professional
Job Type: AFSCME union represented
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Posting Department: Language Services
Posting Salary Range: $31.16 - $42.12 per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity
Posting FTE: 1.00
Posting Schedule: Monay - Friday, can telecommute
Posting Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm
HR Mission: Healthcare
Drug Testable: No

Department Overview

The Translation Specialist will serve as an active member of a small dedicated translations team within the

Language Services department. The Translation Specialist is primarily responsible for providing accurate

translation services between English and Spanish – producing timely translations for common medical

documents (discharge instructions, after visit summaries, patient evaluations, etc.), as well as marketing and

research materials across many departments and specialties at OHSU.

The position will also support the overall function of translation services for the institution, including project

work, administrative support, and education and consultation on translation best practices, as assigned by

the supervisor.

Function/Duties of Position

Language Translation Services:

• Completes translation projects by rendering written text from one language into another while maintaining the meaning, structure, style, and intended impact of the original. Provides accurate translation of medical documents, letters, educational materials, and other translation projects as assigned by the supervisor. Proofreads and reviews translations and submits feedback to other translators. Consults resources appropriately to ensure accurate translations.

Administrative/Operational:

• Communicates effectively, professionally, and in a friendly manner for correspondence with translation requestors and contracted vendors. Actively participates in strategic planning and process improvement projects for department-wide initiatives. Monitors central translations inbox and supports with project management as assigned by the supervisor.

Consulting and Education Services:

• Serves as a cultural and linguistic resource for internal departments, workgroups, and stakeholders. Works to promote use of translation services for LEP populations and educates on how to ensure effective, accurate, and timely translation of documents. Educates staff and faculty on topics of cultural awareness, LEP populations, and translation best practices.

Professional Contribution:

• Complies with OHSU’s Code of Conduct and core department and job-specific competencies. Consistently performs the job duties in a professional manner. Works with other translators to research best standards for delivery of services. Participates in training, ongoing education, and staff meetings as required.

Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Five years of documented professional translation experience
• Three years of experience translating in the medical field

Job-Related Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Competencies):

• Native Spanish-speaker with English fluency – both written and spoken
• Cultural knowledge of and ability to translate for target audiences from Mexico and Central America
• Full understanding of the translation process and knowledge of linguistic principles as they apply to translation
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with a CAT tool
• Time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Excellent proofreading skills with the ability to identify grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with diverse software applications, CAT tools, translation management systems, and file types
• Experience with Epic or other electronic health record systems
• American Translators Association (ATA) Certification

Additional Details

Work Location: Remote

Work Schedule: 40 hours a week with a set schedule to be negotiated and agreed upon at hire. Typical

department business hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00am-5:00pm PST.