Interpreter - Arabic , Tagalog , Hindi & Gujarati

Global Language Connections; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 1099 contractor pay

Flexible scheduling

High-volume assignment opportunity

Supportive operations team

Access to professional development

Job summary

Global Language Connections in Chicago, IL is seeking experienced interpreters for a 1099 independent contractor role. You choose your availability and accept assignments that fit your schedule.

You will interpret between patients and healthcare providers, maintain confidentiality, complete encounter documentation, and travel between facilities within the assigned market. Requirements include native or near-native fluency in English and Arabic, Tagalog, Hindi, and Gujarati; healthcare

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in English and Arabic, Tagalog, Hindi and Gujarati.
• Medical/healthcare interpreting experience preferred.
• National certification (CMI, CHI, 40-hour interpreter training certificate, or equivalent) preferred.
• Background check and HIPAA compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret accurately and impartially between patients and healthcare providers.
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times.
• Complete interpreting encounter documentation as required.
• Respond to scheduling requests and travel between facilities within the assigned market.

Skills

English fluency

Arabic fluency

Tagalog fluency

Hindi fluency

Gujarati fluency

Job description

About Global Language Connections (GLC)

Global Language Connections is a professional language services company specializing in medical and healthcare interpretation. GLC connects hospitals, clinics, and health systems with qualified interpreters who deliver accurate, compassionate, and confidential language access to Limited English Proficient (LEP) and Deaf patients.

The Opportunity

GLC is recruiting experienced interpreters in the Chicago, IL area. This is a 1099 independent contractor role - you choose your availability and accept assignments that fit your schedule.

Contractor Pay Rate

$37–$42/hr (independent contractor rate). Actual rate based on language demand, certification, and experience.

What You'll Do

• Interpret accurately and impartially between patients and healthcare providers
• Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality at all times
• Complete interpreting encounter documentation as required
• Respond to scheduling requests via GLC's scheduling platform
• Travel between facilities within the assigned market as needed

Requirements

• Native or near-native fluency in English and Arabic , Tagalog , Hindi & Gujarati
• Medical or healthcare interpreting experience preferred
• National certification (CMI, CHI, 40-hour interpreter training certificate, or equivalent) preferred
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the service area
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills
• Background check

What GLC Offers

• Competitive 1099 contractor pay - rates among the highest in the market
• Flexible scheduling - you accept the assignments that work for you
• High-volume assignment opportunity with a major health system
• Supportive GLC operations team and dedicated scheduler
• Access to professional development resources