Medical Interpreters – On-Site (Oregon)

• Provide clear, accurate, and complete interpretation without additions, omissions, or alterations.
  
• Interpret conversations involving individuals with diverse accents, speaking styles, tempos, and communication needs.
  
• Accurately convey meaning, intent, tone, and context between the source and target languages.
  
• Provide sight translation of written materials when appropriate.
  
• Communicate any circumstances that may affect the quality or accuracy of an interpretation.
  
• Follow applicable professional standards, ethics, confidentiality, and client-specific requirements.
  

Requirements

For Medical Interpreting Assignments

• Completion of a recognized 40-hour medical interpreter training program or equivalent.
  

• Current OHA Qualified or OHA Certified Interpreter credential required. 
  

• At least two years of interpreting experience in a healthcare setting, whether paid or volunteer.
  

• Professional proficiency in English and the target language(s).
  

• Two relevant professional references, or one professional reference and one relevant letter of recommendation.
  

Remote Assignment Requirements

For VRI and OPI assignments, interpreters should have:

• A laptop or desktop computer with at least 4 GB of RAM.
  

• Reliable high-speed internet access.
  

• A mobile phone is available as a backup device.
  

• A wired headset compatible with the computer or phone.
  

• A quiet, private workspace suitable for confidential interpreting assignments.
  

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Preferred Qualifications

The following are preferred but not required for all assignments:

• Degree in interpretation, linguistics, languages, or a related field.
  

• Professional interpreter training of 40 hours or more.
  

• Relevant interpreting certifications or credentials.
  

• Previous language assessment or proficiency testing.
  

Candidates are encouraged to provide copies of applicable certifications, training certificates, diplomas, or language assessment results.

Benefits

Benefits

As an independent language professional with Piedmont Global, you can:

• Be considered for assignments that align with your language, location, qualifications, and availability.
  

• Access both on-site and remote interpreting opportunities as client needs arise.
  

• Build experience supporting a variety of organizations and communities.
  

• Join an established language network supporting 200+ languages and regional dialects.
  

Ready to Connect With Us?

Complete our pre-screening questionnaire and submit a current résumé for consideration.

If available, please also provide relevant interpreting certifications, training certificates, diplomas, or language assessment results.

Questions?
Contact our Recruiting Team at recruiting@piedmontglobal.com