Founded in 2010, located in Portland Oregon, Linguava is a full service language service provider with an expertise in comprehensive, responsive and high-quality language access for patients, providers, families and coordinated care organizations.
Medically qualified and certified interpreters can be present at your appointments, group meetings, or conferences to ensure clear communication between you and your client.
Conduct remote video interpretations with our expert interpretators to remove language barriers between you and your clients.
Get an immediate 24/7 connection with an industry-certified interpreter in virtually any spoken language.
Translate your documents, software, websites, or any other written file type with Linguava’s Professional Translators.
Virtual interpreting at your fingertips. Use your existing video platform to attend appointments – all while social distancing.
To guarantee that our processes are above industry standards and continuously improving, we are ISO 18587, ISO 9001, and ISO 17100 certified. Linguava is dedicated to providing only the highest quality interpretation and translation services.
“We are committed to providing timely, reliable, cost-effective language services that improve patient experiences and health outcomes across diverse language access needs. This ensures our clients are connected promptly and directly with a linguist who best matches their communication needs. Linguava prioritizes customer service coupled with top-quality interpretation and translation services in all languages.”
We believe in providing above & beyond customer service to all of our clients
Aspiring to become a medical interpreter? Launch your career with the Linguava Interpreter Academy! Our 60-hour training course equips you with the skills and knowledge to navigate the healthcare field as a certified or qualified interpreter. This program is your first step towards bridging the language gap and ensuring quality patient care. Enroll today and embark on your journey as a healthcare interpreter!
Meeting CMS guidelines for language access as a medical provider or clinic is crucial for providing the best possible care for all patients, regardless of their language proficiency. By following these steps, medical providers and clinics can ensure that they are providing the highest quality care to all patients, regardless of language.
Now Hiring: Onsite Cantonese Medical Interpreter
📍 Portland, OR | Contract Position
At Linguava, we believe language is a bridge to better healthcare. As an Onsite Cantonese Medical Interpreter, you’ll play a key role in ensuring patients receive the care they deserve by breaking down language barriers with accuracy, clarity, and compassion.
Why Join Us?
✔️ Flexibility – Work as an independent contractor and accept assignments that fit your schedule.
✔️ Supportive Community – From guided onboarding to personalized support, we’re with you every step of the way.
✔️ Mission-Driven Work – Be part of a team that values people first and is committed to health equity through language access.
If you’re a skilled interpreter passionate about making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Apply today and be the voice that empowers communities!
🔗 #linkinbio
Aug 14
Not all interpreters are the same, and in healthcare, that difference can change everything.
When it comes to healthcare, every word matters. That’s why working with Qualified or Certified interpreters isn’t just important, it’s essential.
In this video, David Brackett, CEO of Linguava, shares why choosing interpreters who see their work as a profession and a career makes all the difference for patients, providers, and the entire healthcare team.
From meeting training requirements to showing up with passion and purpose, Qualified and Certified interpreters help ensure accurate communication, build trust, and give every patient the seat at the table they deserve, no matter what language they speak or sign.
#linkinbio to watch the full video on our youtube channel.
#LanguageAccess #MedicalInterpreters #HealthcareInterpreting #Linguava
Aug 13
In this episode of On Call: Life as a Healthcare Interpreter, David Brackett, our CEO and host, sits down with Spanish interpreter Priscilla Moreno, and you’re going to love this conversation.
From her love of painting and gummy bears to her unexpected path into healthcare interpreting, Priscilla shares how this work has become part of her heart and identity. What began as a leap into the unknown grew into a calling that fills her days with meaning and purpose.
In this heartfelt conversation, Priscilla opens up about:
-How creativity and interpreting go hand in hand
-Why she calls interpreting “love in the shape of service”
-What she does when a word doesn’t quite translate
-The “fluffy heart” moments that keep her inspired
-Her advice for anyone considering the interpreter journey
And did we mention she’s also an incredible artist? 🎨 You can explore Priscilla’s paintings here: @ishani
Whether you’re an interpreter, work alongside one, or simply want to understand the impact they make, this episode offers a genuine, behind-the-scenes look at the people making healthcare more accessible, one appointment at a time.
🎥 Watch the full interview on our youtube: link in bio
#OnCallSeries #InterpreterVoices #LanguageAccessMatters #Linguava #HealthcareInterpreter
Aug 11
Just under 6 weeks to go until Summer Festival 2025! 🎉
Every year, our Summer Festival brings together clients, interpreters, staff, family, and friends to celebrate the partnerships and shared moments that make our work so meaningful. It’s a chance to connect, unwind, and enjoy an evening with the people who help make language access possible.
📅 Friday, September 19
🕠 4:00–8:00 PM
📍 Level Beer – our new location this year, just minutes from the office!
Bring your loved ones and join us for food, games, great conversation, and a cornhole contest with prizes, plus all the good energy that makes this community so special.
💚 We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
🔗 RSVP here: Link in bio
Aug 8
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