Interpreter - Independent Contractor

Thinkgood; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Thinkgood is seeking a Language Interpreter on an independent contractor basis in California. The role requires fluent English and a target language, plus certification or testing in interpretation.

Candidates should be prepared for Livescan and Background Checks, HIPAA training, and CHIA Code of Conduct adherence. Responsibilities include performing consecutive (and potentially simultaneous) interpretation across medical, business, and education settings, in both face-to-face and remote

Qualifications

• Rates are negotiable.
• Fluent in both English and target language.
• Certified or prepared to be tested in interpreted language.
• Livescan and background checks required.
• HIPAA and cultural sensitivity trainings expected.
• Adhere to CHIA Professional Code of Conduct standards.
• Comfortable with consecutive interpretation; simultaneous a plus.
• Strong passion for interpreting and customer service.
• Ability to interpret in medical, business, and education settings.
• Experience with face-to-face and remote interpreting.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation in medical, business, and education settings.
• Facilitate accurate and confidential interpretation for clients.
• Work in both in-person and remote environments.
• Maintain professional conduct and HIPAA/privacy standards.

Skills

Bilingual English/Target language

Education

Interpreting Certification

Job description

Language Interpreter - Independent Contractor

Job Description:

• Rates are negotiable*


• Be fluent in both English and target language


• Be Certified or be prepared to be tested in interpreted language


• Be prepared to have Livescan and Background Checks conducted


• Be familiar with HIPPA and Cultural Sensitivity trainings


• Adhere to CHIA Professional Code of Conduct standards


• Be comfortable with the consecutive interpretation process (Simultaneous a plus)


• Strong passion for interpreting and customer service.


• Facilitate interpretation in a variety of subjects: in Medical, Business, and Education Settings


• Be experienced with both face to face and remote interpreting.