WEEKEND Spanish Video Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; México; A distancia; MXN 654,000 - 1,029,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A language service provider in Mexico is looking for a Spanish Medical VRI to provide audio and video interpreting for Limited English Proficient clients. The position requires fluency in Spanish and English, strong communication skills, and a commitment to ethical standards in interpreting. Successful candidates will have experience and certifications in interpreting practices. A HIPAA compliant workspace is essential, along with a high-speed internet connection.

Formación

• Strong verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or national certification.

Responsabilidades

• Provide effective video and audio interpreting sessions.
• Capture company provided data during interpreting sessions.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards.

Conocimientos

Fluent in Spanish and English

Verbal communication

Customer service

Cultural sensitivity

Educación

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Spanish Medical VRI is responsible for handling on demand audio and video calls to serve our Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and practitioners in a variety of industries such as Healthcare, Government, Community, Education, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective video and audio interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Capture company provided data during interpreting session when required.
• Demonstrate the ability to 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 for and understanding of LEP clients, culture, dialect, beliefs and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the video and audio sessions.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Fluent with strong verbal communication skills in both Spanish and English (Spanish to English and vice versa).
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or have a national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).
• HIPAA compliant work environment and setting.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

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 4 walls and a door that locks.
• Computer must have a direct connection into the modem.
• Home office must have a blue or green backdrop.
• Workspace must be quiet and distraction-free from people, pets or outside noise.