Arabic Interpreter (San Diego)

Interlingva, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlingva Inc. is seeking an Arabic-English interpreter for healthcare interpreting assignments in the San Diego area. This independent contractor position offers a flexible schedule and ongoing opportunities based on demand and qualifications.

The role requires fluency in Arabic and English, strong interpretation fidelity in medical and legal settings, and the ability to work with diverse populations. Interpreters may need medical clearances and background checks as required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Arabic and English.
• Accurate interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings.
• Ability to interpret from Arabic to English and vice versa.
• Interact with non-English speakers from diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances and background checks as needed.
• Possession of a valid California license.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Assignments based in the San Diego area on a regular basis.
• Match language services to demand and interpreter qualifications.

Skills

Arabic-English bilingual

Medical/Legal interpretation

Consecutive interpretation

Cultural sensitivity

Background check readiness

Education

Relevant training or experience

Job description

About the job Arabic Interpreter (San Diego)

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 Diego Area and are available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters' qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in both Arabic and English
• Demonstrated experience providing accurate, complete, and clear interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings, with the highest level of fidelity to the original communication
• Ability to orally interpret information from the target language into English, and from English into the target language
• Ability to interact with and relate to non-English speaking persons of any background and culture
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
• Combination of formal training and/or relevant experience
• Possession, or willingness to obtain medical clearances, including but not limited to vaccination/immunization records, and background clearances as needed
• Possession of a valid California license

ABOUT US

Interlingva Inc. 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.