Medical Interpreter (US-Based)
Location
United States (On-site, Remote, or Hybrid – depending on assignment)
Position Type
Contract / Freelance / Part-Time / Full-Time (varies by assignment)
Overview
We are seeking a qualified Medical Interpreter to facilitate accurate and culturally appropriate communication between healthcare providers and patients with limited English proficiency (LEP). The Medical Interpreter plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety, informed consent, and equal access to healthcare services.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide accurate, complete, and impartial medical interpreting between patients and healthcare professionals
- Interpret in consecutive and/or simultaneous modes, depending on the setting
- Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Accurately convey medical terminology, diagnoses, treatment options, and patient concerns without omission or addition
- Assist in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, and telehealth environments
- Follow professional standards of practice and ethics for medical interpreting
- Clarify cultural references or communication nuances when appropriate, without altering meaning
- Arrive prepared, punctual, and professionally dressed for in-person assignments (if applicable)
Required Qualifications
- Fluency in English and at least one additional language (spoken and comprehension proficiency required)
- Proven experience in medical interpreting (in-person, OPI, or VRI)
- Strong understanding of medical terminology in both working languages
- Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy requirements
- Excellent listening, memory, and note-taking
Preferred Qualifications
- Medical Interpreter certification (e.g., CCHI or NBCMI)
- Formal interpreter training (40-hour medical interpreting course or equivalent)
- Experience in hospital, emergency, behavioral health, or specialty care settings
- Familiarity with remote interpreting platforms (for OPI/VRI roles)
Work Environment
- Assignments may be on-site, remote (phone/video), or hybrid
- Schedule may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, or on-call hours depending on client needs
Compensation
- Competitive rates based on experience, language pair, certification, and assignment type
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
