Certified Interpreter

Part time (0.6 FTE), ongoing role Parkville location, with multiple public transport options available $ 74,448.41 - 82,305.60 salary range (pro-rata for part time) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave The Royal Women’s Hospital is one of Australia’s oldest and most distinguished tertiary hospitals dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women and newborns, offering specialised services within maternity, neonatal and women’s health. Our goal is to be the best place to work, learn and contribute, and to provide exceptional experiences for our patients and consumers.About The TeamThe Women’s Language Services department provides highly professional NAATI certified interpreters to facilitate communication between health professionals and their patients via Face-Face, Video or Telephone Interpreting. Interpreters provide services to all clinics, wards & departments.About The RoleWe are looking for a part time Arabic Certified Interpreter to join our team and help deliver clear, safe and culturally responsive communication for patients, families and staff. In this dynamic role, you’ll provide high-quality face-to-face, video and telephone interpreting across inpatient, emergency and outpatient settings. Your strong communication skills, linguistic expertise and collaborative approach will support exceptional patient-centred care.A Regular Day Will See Youwill contribute to safe and effective patient care by delivering interpreting and translation services that meet NAATI certification standards and adhere to professional and organisational expectationscollaborate closely with clinical teamssupport service improvement and cultural competency initiatives, contribute to administrative and quality activities, and engage in ongoing learning to maintain excellence in practice.About YouTo thrive in this role, you’ll bring exceptional communication skills, cultural awareness and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a supportive team in a fast-paced clinical environment. We’re looking for someone who shows sound judgment, professionalism, adaptability and a strong commitment to ethical practice and continuous learning—qualities that help you deliver safe, high-quality interpreting and translation services every day. You’ll bring with you:Arabic NAATI Interpreter certification Experience interpreting in a health care settingExcellent verbal and written communication skills in English and target language/sProficient in Microsoft Office 365Our BenefitsAt the Women’s you will enjoy a culture that is collaborative, supportive and passionate about learning. We have a strong sense of purpose, and engage in meaningful work every day. We offer our people a range of rewarding benefits, including:Up to $11,660 in salary packaging benefits, for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodationA suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted financial, lifestyle and health options, and a comprehensive wellbeing programPublic transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclistsOnsite post office, eateries, retail stores and library servicesBreastfeeding and pumping rooms, and a range of daycare centres nearbyMentoring, learning and career development opportunitiesFive weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loadingInclusion and belongingThe Women’s celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles. We are committed to gender equity principles, and our people have an awareness of and sensitive approach to violence against women and family violence matters. We are proudly Breastfeeding Association accredited and, as a child safe organisation, have a strong commitment to child safety and wellbeing.Join us!If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) and a valid Working with Children Check. Clinical staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, COVID-19, influenza, and a range of other diseases.Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, or if you require an accessible copy of the position description, you are most welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.For more information, please view the Position Description for this role.For a confidential discussion, please contact Julia Firth on 0402 870 383 or Julia.firth@thewomens.org.au.Application closing date: 1 December 2025