Bilingual Freelance Medical Interpreter

CETRA Language Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

CETRA Language Solutions is seeking experienced freelance medical interpreters in the Philadelphia area to support assignments between English and Spanish, Vietnamese, or Bengali. Work occurs in hospitals, clinics, medical offices, and patient-care environments.

You will provide accurate interpretation between patients, families, and healthcare professionals, preserving meaning and tone while adhering to confidentiality and ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Professional fluency in English and at least one of Spanish, Vietnamese, or Bengali.
• Prior medical interpreting experience required.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and healthcare communication.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret accurately in high-pressure or sensitive situations.
• Reliable transportation and availability for assignments throughout the Philadelphia area.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, complete, and impartial interpretation between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Interpret medical information clearly while preserving meaning, tone, and intent.
• Follow professional standards for confidentiality, ethics, and cultural sensitivity.
• Arrive on time, prepared, and professionally dressed for scheduled assignments.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries and comply with all client-site and healthcare privacy requirements.

Skills

Medical interpreting

Healthcare terminology

High-pressure interpretation

Confidentiality

Job description

CETRA Language Solutions is seeking experienced freelance medical interpreters in the Philadelphia area to support assignments between English and Spanish, Vietnamese, or Bengali. Work occurs in hospitals, clinics, medical offices, and patient-care environments.

You will provide accurate interpretation between patients, families, and healthcare professionals, preserving meaning and tone while adhering to confidentiality and ethical standards.