Qualified Medical & Community Bilingual Interpreter

RELA Language Professionals•Boise, ID

1d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

QUALIFIED MEDICAL & COMMUNITY BILINGUAL INTERPRETER RELA Language Professionals ON-SITE POSITION - LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY 1099 Independent Contractor Part-Time/Flex/On-Call At RELA, we're revolutionizing language access by cultivating a vibrant community where interpreters thrive and grow together. We believe in empowering every voice through continuous learning, professional development, and a supportive network that feels like family. Working together with empathy and dedication, our team sets new standards of excellence in healthcare interpretation across 80+ languages. Whether you're an experienced interpreter or just beginning your journey, RELA offers a place where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your contribution makes a lasting impact in our community. Interpretation Duties: - Facilitate accurate flowing communication - Ensure comprehension - Manage specialized terminology - Handle sensitive situations professionally - Document services and communicate responsively SEEKING ALL LANGUAGES: We are actively recruiting interpreters who speak Spanish, Arabic, and Russian are always in high demand. The following languages however are especially in reasonable to high demand: ASL (American Sign Language), Armenian, Bosnian, Burmese, Cambodian (Khmer), Cantonese, Chuuckese, Croatian, Dari, Farsi, Pashto, French (Especially African Dialects), Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Karen, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Korean, Kurdish, Laotian, Mandarin, Marshallese, Nepali, Punjabi, Samoan, Serbian, Somali, Sudanese, Swahili, Taiwanese, Thai, Tigrinya, Tongan, Turkish, Turkmen, Ukrainian, Urdu, Vietnamese, Zulu. If you speak another any language at all not listed above, please apply. Hours: Majority of Interpretation Requests will be Weekdays Between 7AM-7PM Weekend, Evening, Night & Holiday Job Requests Also 2025 Interpreters' Typically Quoted Rates Have Tended to Fall in the Following Ranges (Spanish): Entry Level (0-5 years experience): $18-20/hour Experienced (3-8 years): $20-22/hour National Medical Certified Interpreter (1-4 years experience): $23-25/hour 1-hour minimum billing Paid semi monthly Additional Rate and Other Language Rate Information: Other common Non-Spanish Languages (Russian, Arabic, etc.): +$2/hr Rare languages ("Languages of Lesser Diffusion" i.e. Chuukese, Basque, etc.): +$5/hr Specialty assignments (i.e. workman's comp, legal, simultaneous): +$5/hr After-hours coverage (evenings, nights, weekends): +$5/hr Travel Time or Mileage reimbursement (when pre-approved by the client) New Interpreter & New Client Referral Incentives Professional Development Incentives Professional Development & Other Benefits: Ongoing Skill Development Opportunities CEUs Specialty & Terminology Courses Professional Industry Conferences & Networking Opportunities Interpreter-Peer Support & Mentorship Cultural Events Shadowing, Performance Reviews & Skill Assessments Client Feedback Reviews

Requirements

Required Education/Training: High school diploma or equivalent
Certificate from a nationally accredited 40-hour interpreter training program: Bridging the Gap (BTG) The Community Interpreter International (TCII) Cross Cultural Health Care Program (CCHCP) Other CCHI or NBCMI recognized programs
Native or near-native fluency in English and target language(s)
Strong medical terminology knowledge in both languages
Interpreters must demonstrate professional proficiency in each working language, including English , via one of the following: High School Diploma or College Degree from a country where the working language is the primary language of instruction ( diploma/degree must be provided ).
ACTFL: Advanced-Mid or higher
ALTA: Score of 9 (Advanced High) or higher on the 1–12 scale
ILR/Government: Level 2+ (Limited Working Proficiency Plus) or higher
Current immunizations or approved exemption
Drug screening
Clean background check
Ability to obtain facility-specific credentials
Annual facility specific compliance trainings
Reliable personal vehicle with ability to travel throughout service area
Smartphone with reliable data plan
Mobile check-in/out apps
Email & SMS communication
GPS navigation capabilities
Navigate various healthcare environments
Current resume or application
Language Proficiency Assessment Certificate (ACTFL OPI or ALTA Preferred) or Education Verification
Interpreter training credentials (certificate of training)
Immunization/Vaccine Records
Background Check Authorization
Drug Screening Test (10 Panel)
Professional headshot (for ID badge)