Mandarin Cantonese Video Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Estado de México; A distancia; MXN 469.000 - 1.172.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A language services company seeks a Mandarin Cantonese Video Interpreter to provide remote interpreting sessions. This entry-level, independent contractor role requires fluency in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, strong communication skills, and adherence to ethical standards. Key responsibilities include conducting effective interpreting sessions and maintaining a professional environment. Candidates should have relevant certifications and a quiet workspace. The work is structured to cater to a diverse clientele across various industries including healthcare and education.

Formación

• Proficient in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English with strong verbal skills.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or national certification.
• Adheres to interpreter ethics and standards.

Responsabilidades

• Provide effective video and audio interpreting sessions.
• Capture company provided data during sessions.
• Maintain professional demeanor and cultural sensitivity.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect LEP clients, culture, dialect, and beliefs.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout sessions.
• Speak clearly, with proper pronunciation and enunciation in both languages.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Conocimientos

Fluent in Mandarin

Fluent in Cantonese

Fluent in English

Strong verbal communication skills

Excellent listening skills

Interpreting ethics

Educación

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

National Medical Interpreter Certification

Herramientas

Remote interpretation software

Descripción del empleo

Mandarin Cantonese Video Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc. is hiring an independent contractor to provide on‑demand medical video remote interpreting sessions for our limited English proficient (LEP) community and practitioners across healthcare, government, community, education, and other industries.

Position Overview

This remote, independent contractor role requires handling audio and video calls, capturing company provided data, and adapting to new technologies while maintaining interpreter ethical standards and cultural sensitivity.

Job Functions

• Provide effective video and audio interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Capture company provided data during interpreting sessions when required.
• Adapt quickly to new and changing technologies.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect LEP clients, culture, dialect, and beliefs.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout sessions.
• Speak clearly, with proper pronunciation, enunciation, and proper expressions in both languages.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Fluent in both source (Mandarin, Cantonese) and target (English) languages with strong verbal communication skills.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note‑taking skills.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of interpreter ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI, NCIHC).-landlord-
• HIPAA‑compliant work environment and setting.
• Minimum age 18 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS.
• Accredited medical interpreting training courses (e.g., ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross‑Cultural training, 40‑hour accredited medical courses).

Technical Requirements

• High‑speed internet connection (cable or fiber optic services preferred).
• HIPAA‑compliant workspace with four walls and a door that locks.
• Computer with a direct connection to the modem.
• Home office with a blue or green backdrop.
• Workspace quiet, distraction‑free from people, pets, or outside noise.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Translation and Localization

Location3>

Remote – work from home in China

Job Type

Independent Contractor

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