Karen Medical Remote Interpreter

Kelly Services; Calgary; Remote; CAD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Vacation & Holiday Pay

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Kelly is hiring Karen Medical Interpreters to support critical communication needs across Canada remotely via audio (OPI) and video (VRI). Interpreters work with healthcare providers, emergency services, and public service organizations, handling sensitive calls with confidentiality and professionalism.

The role includes three weeks of paid training, competitive hourly pay of $18.50, and eligibility for provincial placements (AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, PEI, SK).

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Karen (speaking & comprehension).
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Quiet, distraction-free workspace.
• Strong listening skills, emotional intelligence, and composure.
• Commitment to three weeks of full-time paid training.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation between English and Karen speakers.
• Facilitate communication in healthcare, insurance, legal, and financial settings.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity on every call.
• Deliver interpretation via audio and video platforms.
• Participate in training, quality monitoring, and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

English & Karen fluency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description: Karen Medical Interpreter (Remote –Canada)

Company: Kelly

At Kelly, meaningful work is impactful and rewarding. If you are compassionate, detail-oriented, and motivated to bridge language barriers, this opportunity is for you. We are hiring Karen Medical Interpreters for current openings to support critical communication needs across Canada via audio (OPI) and video (VRI) platforms.

Role Overview

As an interpreter supporting healthcare providers, emergency services, and public service organizations, you may be assigned calls involving sensitive, emotional, or potentially distressing subject matter, such as medical emergencies, violence, criminal matters, or other challenging situations. Due to the nature of this role, some calls may require extended engagement or occur during periods of high call volume. Interpreters are expected to maintain professionalism, composure, accuracy, and confidentiality at all times, delivering services in accordance with company standards and ethical guidelines.

Why Join Kelly

• Competitive Pay: $18.50 per hour upon successful completion of training.
• Paid Training: Three weeks of structured, professional training
• Candidate must be based in any of these provinces: AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, PEI, and SK, Canada
• Purpose-Driven Role: Every call supports patients, families, and professionals
• Vacation & Holiday Pay: Promoting work-life balance
• Inclusive Culture: Diverse, collaborative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation between English and Karen speakers
• Facilitate communication in healthcare, insurance, legal, and financial settings
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity on every call
• Deliver interpretation via audio and video platforms
• Participate in training, quality monitoring, and performance improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Karen (speaking & comprehension)
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in Canada
• Quiet, distraction-free workspace
• Strong listening skills, emotional intelligence, and composure
• Commitment to three weeks of full-time paid training

VRI/Hybrid Readiness & Performance Expectations

• Dedicated personal device for business purposes. Desktop/ Laptop/ Tablets are acceptable.
• Functional camera with proper lighting for video calls.
• Strong, reliable high-speed Wi-Fi (speed test may be required)
• Professional noise cancellation headset (required or willingness to purchase)
• Demonstrate punctuality, consistency, and accountability.

Make a difference. Join Kelly as a Karen Medical Interpreter and help ensure every voice is heard.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees a group benefit program that includes extended healthcare (drug plan, professional and medical services), dental, life, and emergency travel assistance. In addition, employees are entitled to holiday and vacation pay in accordance with provincial labour law. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-canadian/#benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community in Canada.

Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .