Spanish-English Medical Interpreter (Remote)

AI Talent Hope; Santiago; Remote; CLP 6,738,000 - 9,597,000; Full time

Job summary

i-Call International offers a remote Spanish-English Medical Interpreter role. You will provide consecutive interpretation between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers, ensuring clear, confidential communication.

Requirements include fluency in Spanish and English, medical interpretation experience preferred, strong communication and listening skills, and professionalism. Training and onboarding are remote with EST alignment.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Spanish and English required.
• Experience in interpretation or translation preferred, medical interpretation is a plus.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare conversations.
• Excellent communication and listening skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and other medical staff.
• Interpret medical terminology, diagnoses, treatment plans, and healthcare-related information.
• Facilitate communication while maintaining cultural sensitivity and professionalism.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to professional interpretation standards.
• Document interpretation sessions when required, including relevant session details.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish and English

Communication skills

Listening skills

Confidentiality

Cultural awareness

Job description

Spanish-English Medical Interpreter (Remote) Job Type: Full-time Work Arrangement: Remote Compensation: $6 per hour Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)

About the Role

i-Call International is hiring fluent Spanish-English interpreters to provide consecutive medical interpretation services remotely. In this role, you will facilitate clear and accurate communication between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers, ensuring that medical information is conveyed professionally and confidentially.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate interpretation between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and other medical staff.
• Interpret medical terminology, diagnoses, treatment plans, and healthcare-related information.
• Facilitate communication while maintaining cultural sensitivity and professionalism.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to professional interpretation standards.
• Document interpretation sessions when required, including relevant session details.
• Keep medical terminology and healthcare knowledge up to date.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both Spanish and English.
• Previous experience in interpretation or translation; medical interpretation experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare-related conversations.
• Excellent communication and listening skills.
• Strong cultural awareness and the ability to remain professional under pressure.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential medical information.

Technical Requirements

• Minimum internet speed of 15 Mbps for both download and upload.
• A reliable PC or laptop with at least a 5th-generation processor and 8 GB RAM.
• USB headset (mandatory).
• HD webcam.
• Stable LAN/Ethernet internet connection.
• Quiet, professional workspace suitable for confidential conversations.

Work Schedule

• Hourly shift-based program aligned with the EST time zone.
• Availability for both Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI).
• Shift timings will be communicated a few days before training begins.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay rate: $6 per hour.
• Monthly payments through Payoneer.
• Paid training at 50% of the agreed hourly rate.
• Attendance and quality assurance (QA) bonuses may be available.

Training and Onboarding

• Mandatory training: 80 hours over 10 business days.
• Training is paid at half the regular hourly rate.
• Training compensation is conditional upon passing the assessment and commencing work with the company.
• Candidates must pass the final LanguageStat assessment to receive client portal credentials.
• Technical training and platform guidance will be provided.
• Leave is generally not permitted during the first month, except for emergencies with prior supervisor approval.

Important Employment Details

• This is an independent contractor position.
• Interpretation services will be provided remotely by phone and video.
• Candidates must be prepared to me