Interpreter - Polish , Ukrainian , Russian , Mandarin & Korean

Global Language Connections; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive 1099 contractor pay

Flexible scheduling

High-volume assignment opportunity

Supportive scheduling team

Professional development resources

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include interpreting between patients and healthcare providers, upholding confidentiality, and documenting encounters. You will travel between facilities within the assigned market as needed, with scheduling handled through GLC.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in English and Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, Mandarin and Korean.
• Medical or healthcare interpreting experience preferred.
• National certification (CMI, CHI, 40Hr Interpreter training certificate or equivalent) preferred.

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 via GLC's scheduling platform.
• Travel between facilities within the assigned market as needed.

Skills

English

Polish

Ukrainian

Russian

Mandarin

Korean

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

$33–$38/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 andPolish , Ukrainian , Russian , Mandarin & Korean


• Medical or healthcare interpreting experience preferred


• National certification (CMI, CHI, 40Hr 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