Chinese Mandarin Interpreter (San Francisco)

Interlingva, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Interlingva, Inc. in San Francisco is seeking a Chinese Mandarin interpreter for an independent contractor role with a flexible schedule.

Assignments are based in San Francisco and involve healthcare settings, with ongoing opportunities based on demand and interpreter qualifications. The candidate must be fluent in Mandarin and English, have experience in medical, legal, and community interpretation, and be able to work with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Mandarin and English required.
• Proven interpretation in medical, legal and community settings.
• Strong consecutive and simultaneous interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Interpret orally between Mandarin and English in both directions.
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals and staff for patient needs.
• Maintain compliance with medical clearances and licensing requirements.

Skills

Mandarin-English fluency

Medical interpreting

Legal interpreting

Cultural sensitivity

Bilingual communication

Education

Formal interpreter training

Job description

About the job Chinese Mandarin Interpreter (San Francisco)

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 San Franciscoand are available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Mandarin 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 Mandarin 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
• Must be based in San Francisco Bay Area
• 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.