American Sign Language Interpreter (Los Angeles, CA)

Interlingva, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlingva, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA seeks an American Sign Language Interpreter for an independent contractor role. Flexible schedule with ongoing healthcare interpreting assignments in the LA area.

Must interpret between ASL and English with high fidelity, handling medical, legal, and community settings while coordinating with providers, patients, and institutions. California licensing and clearances may be required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in ASL and English.
• Must be based in Los Angeles, CA.
• Experience providing accurate interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings.
• Ability to interpret between ASL and English in both directions.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Assignments are based in Los Angeles, CA and available regularly depending on demand.
• Interpret faithfully with high fidelity to the original communication.
• Collaborate with medical professionals, patients, and stakeholders as needed.

Skills

ASL and English fluency

Medical/legal interpreting experience

Handling diverse cultural backgrounds

Oral interpretation between ASL and EN

Job description

Job Openings American Sign Language Interpreter (Los Angeles, CA)

About the job American Sign Language Interpreter (Los Angeles, CA)

Job Description

This is an independent contractor position offering a flexible work schedule and ongoing opportunities.

The interpreter will provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings. Assignments are based in Los Angeles, CAand are available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both ASL and English
• Must be based in Los Angeles, CA
• Demonstrated experience providing accurate, complete, and clear interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings, with the highest level of fidelity to the original communication
• Strong ability to interpret orally between ASL and English in both directions
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
• Skilled in meeting the communication needs of medical professionals, patients, government agencies, community organizations, and internal stakeholders
• Combination of formal interpreter training and/or relevant professional experience
• Willingness to obtain required medical clearances, including vaccination/immunization records and background checks, as necessary
• Possession of a valid California license

ABOUT US

Interlingva is a professional interpreting and translation agency providing services across the United States. We deliver high-quality linguistic solutions to healthcare providers, insurance companies, government agencies, and private businesses in diverse industries. Our mission is to bridge language barriers and ensure effective communication by offering reliable, culturally competent interpreters wherever language support is essential.