Portuguese Interpreter (Modesto)

Interlingva, Inc.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Interlingva, Inc. in Modesto seeks a Portuguese Interpreter (self-employed) to provide interpretation in healthcare settings. This independent contractor role offers flexible scheduling and requires licensure and medical clearances.

The interpreter will work on-site in Modesto and handle varying assignment volumes based on requests and qualifications. Applicants should be fluent in Portuguese and English, with demonstrated interpretation experience in medical, legal, and community contexts, and

Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in Portuguese and English is required.
• Experience providing medical, legal, and community interpretation with high fidelity.
• Ability to interpret orally between Portuguese and English in both directions.
• Experience working with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Must have formal interpreter training or relevant professional experience.
• Based in the Modesto area.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances and background checks.
• Possession of a valid California license.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Interpret orally between Portuguese and English in both directions.
• Maintain fidelity to original communication across medical, legal, and community contexts.

Skills

Portuguese-English bilingual

Medical/Legal interpretation

Simultaneous interpreting

Cultural competency

California license

Modesto-area resident

Clearances (vaccination/background)

Interpreter training/experience

Flexibility

Education

Formal interpreter training

Job description

About the job Portuguese Interpreter (Modesto)

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 Modesto. The amount of assignments depends on the volume of requests for specific languages and the interpreter's qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Portuguese 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 Portuguese 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 ModestoArea
• 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.