Samoan Interpreter - Flexible Healthcare (Sacramento)

Ilinterpreting; California; Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A professional interpreting agency is seeking a Samoan Interpreter in the Sacramento Area to provide interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings. The ideal candidate is fluent in both Samoan and English, with proven experience in accurate interpretation across diverse cultural contexts. This independent contractor position offers flexibility and requires a valid California license and willingness to obtain necessary medical clearances. Applicants should be based in the Sacramento area and able to meet communication needs effectively.

Qualifikationen

• Fluency in Samoan and English essential for interpretation.
• Experience in medical, legal, and community settings required.
• Willing to obtain medical clearances as necessary.

Aufgaben

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in both Samoan and English

Strong ability to interpret orally

Experience in medical interpretation

Effective communication with diverse cultures

Ausbildung

Formal interpreter training

Jobbeschreibung

About the job Samoan Interpreter (Sacramento Area)

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is an independent contractor position offering a flexible work schedule and ongoing opportunities.

The interpreter will provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings. Job site locations are mainly in Sacramento, Yolo, and Placer counties,available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters' qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Samoan 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 Samoan 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 Sacramento 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.