Interpreter - Spanish

Global Language Connections; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contractor pay

Flexible scheduling

High-volume assignment opportunity

Supportive operations team

Professional development resources

Job summary

Global Language Connections (GLC) in Chicago, IL is seeking experienced Spanish interpreters for an independent contractor role. You will interpret accurately between patients and healthcare providers, while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Flexible scheduling and high-volume assignment opportunities with a major health system are offered, along with strong support from the GLC operations team and scheduling platform access.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in English and Spanish.
• Medical/healthcare interpretting experience preferred.
• National certification (CMI, CHI, or equivalent) preferred.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel within the service area.
• HIPAA compliance and professional demeanor.
• Background check.

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

Bilingual English-Spanish

Professional communication

HIPAA compliance

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 Spanish 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

$30–$35/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 Spanish
• Medical or healthcare interpreting experience preferred
• National certification (CMI, CHI, 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