Spanish Interpreter

Bilingual Connections; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Bilingual Connections is seeking Spanish interpreters to join our team in Richmond and northern VA. You will assist individuals with limited English proficiency during medical, social service, and other appointments.

Must be authorized to work and reside in the United States at this location. Interpreter duties include partnering with clients, interpreting with accuracy, upholding ethics and HIPAA, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or in progress
• Fluency in source and target language
• Previous interpretation experience preferred (volunteering ok)
• Proficiency with medical terminology
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• CCHI or IMIA certification is a plus
• Driver's license and reliable transportation (miles reimbursed)
• Access to computer and email
• Excellent communication skills
• Professional and objective demeanor
• Punctual and dependable
• Business casual attire

Responsibilities

• Interpret between source and target language with accuracy and clarity
• Abide by NCIHC Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
• Comply with HIPAA regulations
• Flexible scheduling as needed
• Partner with clients to meet needs with professionalism

Skills

Language fluency

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Punctual

Driver's license

Computer access

Certification: CCHI/IMIA

Education

Associate degree

Job description

We are recruiting Spanish Interpreters to become part of our team in Richmond and other regions of northern VA. You will assist individuals with limited English proficiency during medical, social service, and other types of appointments. Must be authorized to work and currently reside in this particular location in the United States.

Interpreter Job Description:

• Form a partnership with Bilingual Connections to meet our client’s needs with the utmost professionalism
• Interpret between source and target language with accuracy, clarity, and transparency
• Abide by the NCIHC National Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
• Abide by HIPAA regulations
• Flexible scheduling on a needed basis

Interpreter Education/Experience/Skills:

• Associate Degree or degree-seeking
• Demonstrated fluency in source and target language
• Previous experience in interpretation required (time spent volunteering is accepted)
• Proficiency with medical terminology
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• CCHI or IMIA Certification is a plus
• Able to use good judgment based on established guidelines in ever-changing situations
• Have a driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be willing to drive up to 40 miles to interpretation locations (reimbursement for miles is provided)
• Access to a computer and email account
• Ability to be objective and professional while maintaining a warm demeanor
• Punctual and dependable
• Business casual attire

Compensation:

• From $25/hour plus 40¢ per mile driven to and from an assignment

We offer this employment opportunity regardless of an individual's race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, genetic information, or disability.

We are recruiting Spanish Interpreters to become part of our team in Richmond and other regions of northern VA. You will assist individuals with limited English proficiency during medical, social service, and other types of appointments. Must be authorized to work and currently reside in this particular location in the United States.

Interpreter Job Description:

• Form a partnership with Bilingual Connections to meet our client’s needs with the utmost professionalism
• Interpret between source and target language with accuracy, clarity, and transparency
• Abide by the NCIHC National Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice
• Abide by HIPAA regulations
• Flexible scheduling on a needed basis

Interpreter Education/Experience/Skills:

• Associate Degree or degree-seeking
• Demonstrated fluency in source and target language
• Previous experience in interpretation required (time spent volunteering is accepted)
• Proficiency with medical terminology
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• CCHI or IMIA Certification is a plus
• Able to use good judgment based on established guidelines in ever-changing situations
• Have a driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be willing to drive up to 40 miles to interpretation locations (reimbursement for miles is provided)
• Access to a computer and email account
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to be objective and professional while maintaining a warm demeanor
• Punctual and dependable
• Business casual attire

Compensation:

• From $25/hour plus 40¢ per mile driven to and from an assignment

We offer this employment opportunity regardless of an individual's race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, genetic information, or disability.

About Bilingual Connections:

Bilingual Connections is a professional foreign language firm who provides comprehensive language services in over 70 languages for a variety of industries. We deliver solutions that facilitate multilingual and multicultural communication to help individuals gain meaningful access to services and to help companies cater to individuals with limited English proficiency.