Burmese Contract Interpreter

Propio Language Services; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A language services provider is looking for Remote Contract Burmese Interpreters to provide interpretation services ethically and confidentially. Candidates must demonstrate language proficiency, complete required assessments, and possess interpreting experience. Responsibilities include following procedures and continuously improving vocabulary. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact by connecting people through language.

Qualifications

• Updated Resume in English at the time of application.
• Completion of English Language Proficiency with a rating of technical proficiency.
• Successful completion of a Mock oral interpretation session.
• Completion of Propio's online Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology Assessment.
• Full background check and security screening.
• Commitment to confidentiality and adherence to ethics.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive, first-person interpretation.
• Follow interpreter protocols and procedures.
• Maintain information confidentiality and ethics.
• Continuously improve vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge.

Skills

Consecutive interpretation

Confidentiality adherence

Medical terminology

Language proficiency

Job description

At Propio Language Services we are closing the language gap by connecting people anywhere and anytime through innovative technology and solutions.

Founded in 1998 Propio Language Services provides critical interpreting and translation services that improve the quality of life with the communities we engage in. We do that by providing both remote and on-site services in more than 350 languages, for over 9,000 clients with a diverse and highly experienced staff, and over 10,000 contract interpreters.

Quality interpretation is critical to our shared success, and it is only possible by bringing in the best interpreters in the industry.

We currently have a need for Remote Contract Burmese Interpreters who have a sincere desire to use their language skills to help people and are passionate about what they do.

Contract Responsibilities

• Provides consecutive, first-person interpretation
• Follows interpreter protocols and procedures as required by Propio L.S. clients
• Follows all Propio L.S. policies and procedures related to information confidentiality and interpreter ethics
• Continuously improves vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge, as required for various clients, such as medical, legal, social services, etc

Requirements

• Submission of updated Resume in English at time of Application
• Completion of English Language Proficiency with a language rating of “technical proficiency” (3 or higher on the nationally recognized ILR scale)
• Successful completion of a Mockoral interpretation session. Interpreters are evaluated against 24 quality standards and must attain a passing score
• Completion of Propio'sonline Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology Assessment, with a passing score
• A full Background Check and Security Screen
• A signed commitment to confidentiality, adherence to ethics, and HIPAA compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of interpreting experience

Eligibility

• National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC)
• International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA)
• California Healthcare Interpreters Association (CHIA)

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Propio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.