Hmong Interpreter (Los Angeles)

Interlingva, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Interlingva Inc. seeks a Hmong interpreter for Los Angeles on a contract basis. Provide professional interpreting in healthcare settings; assignments centered in Los Angeles, with flexible schedule based on demand and qualifications.

Candidates must be fluent in Hmong and English, have interpreter training or experience, and be willing to obtain medical clearances and background checks. California license preferred; work on site in LA.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Hmong and English.
• Available for interpretation in Los Angeles, CA.
• Experience providing accurate interpretation in medical, legal and community settings.
• Strong ability to interpret orally between Chinese and English.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Combination of formal interpreter training and/or relevant professional experience.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances, including vaccination and background checks.
• Possession of a valid California license.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Assignments are based in Los Angeles, CA and are available regularly, depending on demand and qualifications.

Skills

Bilingual Hmong-English

Medical interpreting

Legal interpreting

Cultural sensitivity

Diverse settings

Interpreter training

Job description

About the job Hmong Interpreter (Los Angeles)

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 Los Angeles, CA and are available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters' qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency in both Hmong and English
• Available for interpretation in Los Angeles, CA
• 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 Chinese 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 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.