Marshallese(Marshall Islands) Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

Interlingva, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlingva, Inc. is seeking an independent contractor interpreter to provide medical interpretation services primarily in healthcare settings in the Sacramento area. This self-employment role offers a flexible schedule and assignments based on language needs and qualifications.

Candidates must be fluent in Marshallese and English, have medical interpreting experience, and be prepared to obtain required clearances and a California license.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Marshallese and English.
• Experience providing accurate interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings.
• Strong ability to interpret orally between Marshallese and English in both directions.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Work as an independent contractor with a flexible schedule.
• Assignments depend on language needs and interpreter qualifications.
• Ensure fidelity to source communication during interpretations.

Skills

Marshallese fluency

English fluency

Medical interpretation

Legal interpretation

Community interpretation

Diversity awareness

Interpreting fidelity

Sacramento-based

Licensing compliance

Job description

Job Description

This is an independent contract self-employment position with a flexible work schedule. The interpreter will be providing interpreting services primarily in the healthcare setting. Job site location is Sacramento. The amount of assignments depends on the volume of requests for specific languages and the interpreter's qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Marshallese 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 Marshallese 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 the Greater Sacramento 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.