Cantonese Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

Ilinterpreting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interpreting agency is seeking a Cantonese Interpreter for the Sacramento area. This independent contractor position allows for a flexible work schedule, focusing on providing interpreting services particularly in healthcare settings. The ideal candidate will be fluent in Cantonese and English, possess relevant experience, and be able to effectively communicate with diverse populations. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a variety of clients in meaningful ways.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Cantonese and English.
• Experience performing interpreting work in medical and legal settings.
• Ability to interpret information accurately from English to Cantonese and vice versa.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Interact with non-English speaking persons from diverse backgrounds.
• Meet communication needs of medical staff and governmental agencies.

Skills

Fluency in Cantonese

Fluency in English

Interpreting accuracy

Ability to relate to non-English speakers

Communication skills

Formal training

Medical clearance

Phone access

Computer access

Job description

About the job Cantonese Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is an independent contract self-employment position with a flexible work schedule.

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 both Cantonese 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 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
• 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
• Access to a cell phone
• Access to a computer and/or smartphone

ABOUT US

Interlingva Inc. is an interpreting and translating agency with headquarters in Sacramento. The company engages in providing linguistic services to Limited English Proficiency patients within healthcare entities.