Medical Interpreters Needed in Olympia, WA

Fluent Language Solutions, Inc; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions – Onsite Division is seeking medical interpreters to work face-to-face in healthcare facilities in Olympia and Centralia, WA, on an as-needed basis as independent contractors. Flexible assignment-based scheduling helps you contribute to meaningful patient care while supporting limited English proficient communities.

Applicants should be fluent in English and at least one target language, with strong medical terminology knowledge and prior interpreting experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluent English and at least one target language at professional level.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Prior medical interpreting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate 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 in diverse healthcare settings.
• Follow client-specific protocols while managing communication flow.

Skills

Fluent English

Medical terminology

Interpreting experience

Note-taking

Impartiality

Education

Educational background 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 Olympia and Centralia, WA 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.

If you are committed to bridging communication gaps and supporting equitable healthcare access, we would love to connect with you.