Central Khmer Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

Ilinterpreting; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

An interpreting agency is seeking a Central Khmer Interpreter for healthcare settings in the Sacramento area. This independent contractor position offers a flexible schedule and requires fluency in Central Khmer and English, along with a strong ability to interpret accurately. Candidates must have experience in medical, legal, and community interpretation and hold a valid California license. Join us to help bridge language barriers and ensure effective communication in diverse settings.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Central Khmer and English with strong interpretation skills.
• Experience in medical, legal, and community settings required.
• Valid California license needed.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services in healthcare settings.
• Meet the communication needs of medical professionals and patients.
• Work with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Skills

Fluency in Central Khmer and English

Experience in medical interpretation

Cultural competency

Strong oral interpreting skills

Cultural competence

Diverse settings experience

Willingness for medical clearances

California license

Job description

Central Khmer Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

About the job Central Khmer Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

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. Job site locations are mainly in Sacramento, Yolo, and Placer counties, available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters' qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Central Khmer 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
• Strong ability to interpret orally between Central Khmer 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.