Spanish Interpreter (Fresno)

Interlingva, Inc.; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A professional interpreting agency in California is seeking a Spanish Interpreter to provide interpreting services in healthcare settings. The role requires fluency in Spanish and English and offers a flexible work schedule. Candidates should have experience in medical, legal, and community settings, with the ability to work effectively with diverse individuals. This independent contractor position presents ongoing opportunities based on demand.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing accurate interpretation in diverse settings.
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
• Willingness to meet communication needs of medical professionals and patients.
• Experience working with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Experience meeting communication needs of medical professionals, patients, and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Interpret orally between Spanish and English in both directions.
• Meet communication needs of medical professionals and various stakeholders.

Skills

Fluency in both Spanish and English

Effective interpretation in medical and legal contexts

Cultural competence

Cross-cultural communication

Interpreting in diverse settings

Interpreting training

California license

Education

Formal interpreter training or relevant professional experience

Job description

About the job Spanish Interpreter (Fresno)

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. Assignments are based in Fresno 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
• 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 Spanish 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
• 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.