Burmese Medical Interpreter — Flexible Schedule (CA)

Ilinterpreting; California; On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A leading interpreting agency is seeking a Burmese Interpreter in the Sacramento area. This independent contractor position offers a flexible work schedule and involves providing interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings. Candidates must be fluent in Burmese and English, with experience in accurate interpreting. Possession of a valid California license and willingness to obtain necessary medical clearances are required. This role presents ongoing opportunities in diverse settings across California.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Burmese and English required.
• Experience interpreting in medical and legal settings preferred.
• Must possess or be willing to obtain necessary medical clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services in healthcare settings.
• Interpret information between Burmese and English.
• Meet communication needs of the public and medical staff.

Skills

Fluency in Burmese and English

Experience in accurate and clear interpreting

Ability to interpret between Burmese and English

Ability to interact with diverse backgrounds

Effectively meet communication needs

Combination of formal training and experience

Willingness to obtain medical clearances

Possession of a valid California license

Job description

About the job Burmese Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

JOB DESCRIPTION

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

The interpreter will be providing interpreting services primarily in the healthcare setting. Job site locations are mainly in Sacramento, Yolo, and Placer counties. The amount of assignments depends on the volume of requests for specific languages and the interpreter's qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in Burmese and English
• Experience performing interpreting work accurately, completely, and clearly with the greatest possible fidelity to the spirit and letter of the original communication in medical, legal, and other types of interpretation
• Ability to orally interpret information from Burmese language into English, and from English into Burmese language
• Ability to interact with and relate to non-English speaking persons of any background and culture
• Ability to effectively meet the communication needs of the general public, medical staff, community, governmental agencies, and internal committees
• 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.