Hmong Interpreter (San Francisco)

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

Job summary

Interlingva is seeking a qualified Hmong interpreter to support healthcare providers and patients in the San Francisco area. This independent contractor role offers flexible scheduling and ongoing opportunities, with assignments based in San Francisco.

The interpreter will deliver accurate oral interpretation between Hmong and English, serving diverse populations across medical and community settings, and may require compliance with medical clearances and background checks.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Hmong and English.
• Experience providing accurate, complete, and clear interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings.
• Ability to interpret orally between Hmong 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.

Skills

Hmong-English bilingual

Medical/Legal interpreting experience

Oral interpretation in healthcare

Cross-cultural communication

SF Bay Area based

Education

Interpreter training or related experience

Job description

About the job Hmong 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 Francisco 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
• 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 Hmong 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.