Portuguese Interpreter (Modesto)

Interlingva, Inc.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Interlingva, Inc. seeks a Portuguese Interpreter (Modesto) to provide interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings. The position is an independent contractor role with a flexible schedule and assignments based on demand in the Modesto area.

Ideal candidates are fluent in Portuguese and English with experience in medical, legal, and community interpretation, and possess a California license. Willingness to obtain required clearances, including background checks, is expected.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Portuguese and English.
• Experience providing accurate interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings with fidelity.
• Ability to interpret orally in both directions between Portuguese and English.
• Ability to work with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Experience meeting the needs of medical professionals, patients, and agencies.
• Formal interpreter training or relevant professional experience.
• Must be based in the Modesto area.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances and background checks as needed.
• Possession of a valid California license.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Work as an independent contractor with flexible assignments based on demand.
• Coordinate interpretations for diverse patients and professionals, ensuring fidelity.

Skills

Portuguese-English

Medical/Legal interpretation

Oral interpretation

Cross-cultural communication

Medical communication

Interpreter training/experience

Modesto presence

Background checks

CA license

Job description

About the job Portuguese Interpreter (Modesto)

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 Modesto 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.