Medical Interpreters Needed in Houston, TX

Fluent Language Solutions, Inc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions – Onsite Division seeks dedicated Medical Interpreters to support patients and healthcare providers in Houston, TX and surrounding areas. This on-site role offers flexible, assignment-based work as an independent contractor, allowing you to make a tangible difference in critical healthcare encounters while applying your language skills in meaningful settings.

Join a global leader in language access services and contribute to clear, compassionate communication at the point

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and at least one target language.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Professional interpreting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, high-quality consecutive interpretation during medical appointments and healthcare interactions.
• Facilitate clear communication between healthcare providers and patients.
• Maintain professionalism, neutrality, and strict confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness in diverse healthcare settings.

Skills

English fluency

Target language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in languages or interpretation

Job description

Company: LanguageLine Solutions – Onsite Division

To learn more about us, please visit our website https://www.languageline.com/interpreting/onsite

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Do you believe everyone deserves clear communication in healthcare especially during critical moments?

LanguageLine Solutions, a global leader in language access services, is seeking dedicated Medical Interpreters to join our growing Onsite Division in Houston, TX and surrounding areas.

This is more than an interpreting role—it’s an opportunity to be a vital link between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring understanding, dignity, and quality care for individuals with limited English proficiency.

What You’ll Do

As An Onsite Medical Interpreter, You Will

• Provide accurate, high-quality consecutive interpretation during medical appointments and healthcare interactions.
• Facilitate clear communication between healthcare providers and patients.
• Maintain professionalism, neutrality, and strict confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness in diverse healthcare settings.
• Follow client-specific protocols while confidently managing the flow of communication.

You will work face-to-face in healthcare facilities on an as-needed basis as an independent contractor—offering flexibility while contributing to meaningful work.

What We’re Looking For

• Fluency in English and at least one target language (spoken and understood at a professional level).
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proven medical interpreting experience (preferred).
• Excellent listening, memory retention, and note-taking skills.
• Ability to remain impartial, professional, and composed in sensitive situations.
• Educational background in languages or interpretation (a plus).

Why Join LanguageLine?

• Work with an industry leader in language access services.
• Make a tangible impact in your local community.
• Flexible assignment-based scheduling.
• Gain experience across a variety of healthcare settings.