Medical Interpreters Needed in Spokane, WA

LanguageLine Solutions; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

LanguageLine Solutions – Onsite Division is seeking dedicated medical interpreters to support face-to-face healthcare encounters in Spokane, WA and surrounding areas. You will work as an independent contractor, providing accurate consecutive interpretation and ensuring clear communication.

The role emphasizes neutrality, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity, with scheduling based on client needs across various healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and at least one target language at a professional level.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.
• Proven medical interpreting experience preferred.
• Excellent listening, memory, and note-taking skills.
• Ability to remain impartial and professional in sensitive situations.

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 in diverse healthcare settings.
• Follow client-specific protocols while managing the flow of communication.

Skills

English fluency

Target language proficiency

Medical terminology

Interpreting experience

Note-taking

Professionalism

Education

Languages or interpretation background (a plus)

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 Spokane, 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.