American Sign Language Interpreter (San Francisco)

Interlingva, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlingva, Inc. is seeking an American Sign Language Interpreter for SF-based healthcare interpreting work as an independent contractor. The role offers flexible scheduling and ongoing opportunities, with assignments in medical and community settings.

Qualified candidates are fluent in ASL and English, based in the SF Bay Area, and prepared to obtain required medical clearances and background checks. California license is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Fluency in ASL and English required.
• Based in San Francisco or San Francisco Bay Area.
• Experience interpreting in medical, legal, and community settings.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances and background checks.
• California license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Interpret orally between ASL and English in both directions.
• Coordinate with medical professionals, patients, and agencies to ensure accurate communication.

Skills

ASL-English fluency

San Francisco-based

Medical/legal interpretation

Bilingual communication

Education

California license

Interpreter training/experience

Job description

American Sign Language Interpreter (San Francisco)

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About the job American Sign Language Interpreter (San Francisco)

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 the San Francisco,CA and 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 San Francisco or San Francisco Bay Area
• 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.