Spanish/English Medical Interpreter

Language Interpreters of Georgia, Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Language Interpreters of Georgia, Inc. seeks a contracted medical interpreter for Spanish and English. Work occurs in medical settings, with assignments scheduled as they arise.

The role requires reliable transportation, punctuality, and in-office presence before each appointment to prevent delays. Pay is $17.50 per hour with a 1-hour minimum, plus $0.20 per mile one-way. Most shifts run 6AM–5PM Monday to Friday, with a flexible, on-demand schedule.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English required for medical settings.
• Candidates must interpret exact dialogue between client and staff.
• Good time management and reliability essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide simultaneous interpretation for Spanish and English in medical appointments and related settings.
• Interpret for doctors, nurses and patients; ensure accurate communication.
• Assist patients with paperwork as needed and arrange follow-up appointments.

Skills

Bilingual: Spanish/English

Punctual & reliable

Medical interpretation

Transportation available

Job description

Please note -this is NOT a Full-Time job position. This position is a Vendor 1099 position where assignments are accepted and rejected at one's discretion. Most jobs offered will lie within 6AM-5PM during Monday-Friday. There is no set schedule, appointments will be disbursed as they come in to our agency.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Simultaneous interpretation for Spanish and English speaking clients in primarily a medical setting, however additional settings may arise. Interpretation may be needed for physical therapy, doctor appointments, imaging, dispositions, hearings, etc.

Interpreter must have reliable transportation and be punctual! One must be in the office prior to the appointment time to ensure patients and staff members are not waiting.

Please note - consulting with patients regarding their case, treatments, etc is not permitted. Please be prepared to interpret the exact dialogue between a client and staff member.

Ensure the complete understanding of medical information between doctors, nurses, medical staff, and patients.

Assist clients with paperwork, as needed.

Assist client in setting up follow up appointment with the facility.

Pay Rate:

$17.50/hr, with a 1 hour minimum

$0.20/miles, one way

Job Type: Contract

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $17.50 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:

Specific facilities may require a mask to be worn.