Healthcare Interpreters Needed in Wood River Valley, ID

Fluent Language Solutions, Inc; Ketchum (ID); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare interpreting service is seeking a Medical Interpreter for onsite work in the Wood River Valley area. This flexible, as-needed position allows you to provide essential interpreting services in various healthcare settings. Candidates should have experience in medical interpretation, fluency in English and a target language, along with strong cultural sensitivity. Join us in enhancing communication within the healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in medical interpretation is preferred.
• Fluency in English and the target language, with a strong understanding of cultural nuances.
• Excellent listening and note-taking skills for high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate consecutive interpretation between healthcare providers and patients.
• Maintain professional conduct and cultural sensitivity during all assignments.
• Follow client instructions while managing the flow of communication in a professional manner.

Skills

Medical interpretation experience

Fluency in English and target language

Excellent listening and note-taking skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Education in languages or interpretation

Job description

Overview

Position: Medical Interpreter (Onsite) in Wood River Valley, ID (Contract, Independent Contractor)

Company: LanguageLine Solutions Onsite Division

Role: Provide face-to-face interpreting services at healthcare facilities in Wood River Valley, ID and surrounding areas. This is a flexible, as-needed position with assignments as an independent contractor.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate consecutive interpretation between healthcare providers and patients.
• Maintain professional conduct and cultural sensitivity during all assignments.
• Follow client instructions while managing the flow of communication in a professional manner.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in medical interpretation is preferred.
• Fluency in English and the target language, with a strong understanding of cultural nuances.
• Excellent listening and note-taking skills for high accuracy.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is essential.
• Capable of delivering interpretations while maintaining neutrality and professionalism.
• Education in languages or interpretation is a plus.

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Interpretation / Healthcare

Industries

• Translation and Localization