Spanish Interpreter (El Cerrito)

Interlingva, Inc.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlingva Inc is seeking a Spanish-English interpreter for an independent contractor role based in El Cerrito, CA. The interpreter will provide professional services primarily in healthcare settings and fulfill assignments regularly based on demand.

Qualifications include fluency in Spanish and English, experience with medical interpretation, and the ability to interpret in both directions. Willingness to obtain necessary clearances is expected.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Experience performing interpreting work accurately with fidelity to the original communication.
• Ability to interpret from Spanish to English and English to Spanish.
• Ability to relate to non-English speakers of diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances and background checks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings, with assignments in El Cerrito, CA.
• Maintain fidelity and accuracy in interpretation across medical, legal, and other contexts.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Medical interpretation

Legal interpretation

Interpersonal communication

Clearances and background checks

Education

Formal training or relevant experience

Job description

Job Description

About the job Spanish Interpreter (El Cerrito)

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. Assignments are based in El Cerrito, CA and are available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters' qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Spanish and English
• Experience performing interpreting work accurately, completely, and clearly with the greatest possible fidelity to the spirit and letter of the original communication in medical, legal, and other types of interpretation
• Ability to orally interpret information from Spanish into English, and from English into Spanish.
• Ability to interact with and relate to non-English speaking persons of any background and culture
• Ability to effectively meet the communication needs of the general public, medical staff, community, governmental agencies, and internal committees
• Combination of formal training and/or relevant experience
• Possession, or willingness to obtain medical clearances, including but not limited to vaccination/immunization records, and background clearances as needed
• Possession of a valid California license

About Us

Interlingva Inc 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.