Spanish Interpreter (Monterey, CA) at Interlingva, Inc. Monterey, CA

Comunidade Metodista; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Interlingva, Inc. in Monterey, CA is seeking a Spanish Interpreter for an independent contractor role. The position offers a flexible work schedule with ongoing opportunities and regular Monterey-based assignments in healthcare settings.

The interpreter will provide professional interpretation in medical, legal, and community settings, delivering bidirectional Spanish-English interpretation with fidelity to the original communication. Medical clearances and background checks may be required.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English required; experience in medical, legal, and community interpretation.
• Experience providing accurate, complete interpretation with fidelity to original communication.
• Ability to interpret orally in both directions (Spanish<->English).
• Experience working with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Experience in healthcare settings and meeting needs of medical professionals and patients.
• Combination of formal interpreter training and/or professional experience.
• Willingness to obtain medical clearances and background checks.
• Possession of a valid California license.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional interpreting services primarily in healthcare settings.
• Assignments are based in Monterey, CA and are available regularly.
• Collaborate with medical professionals, patients, and related agencies to ensure accurate communication.

Skills

Spanish-English fluency

Medical/Legal interpretation

Bidirectional interpretation

Cross-cultural communication

Healthcare interpretation

Interpreter training

Background checks readiness

CA license

Job description

Spanish Interpreter (Monterey, CA) job at Interlingva, Inc.. Monterey, CA.

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 the Monterey,CA and are available on a regular basis, depending on the demand for specific languages and the interpreters qualifications.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Spanishand 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 Spanishand 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.