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Spanish Interpreter - Lafayette, IN

LTC Language Solutions

Lafayette, IN • On-site

Contractor

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Are you fluent in both English and Spanish? Do you have experience working as an interpreter? LTC is an interpreting agency looking for contracted Spanish language interpreters in Lafayette, Indiana. You will accept appointments on an as needed basis. The ideal interpreter has 3 years of experience interpreting and has experience in a variety of medical settings, social work, education and workplace settings, among others.
Here is what you get to do
  • Provide on-site, in-person interpretation.
  • Be a liaison using the client's preferred language
  • Accurately interprets appropriate to the setting and audience.
  • Comply with all state, local, and federal laws and regulations regarding privacy and confidentiality of medical information, including HIPAA.

Requirements
  • Interpreting certifications, preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years medical interpreting experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of interpreting experience
  • Ability to keep accurate records

As an Independent Contractor Interpreter, you will not be employee of LTC. Rather you will function as a vendor, providing language interpretation services on an IRS Form 1099 basis.

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