Freelance Q'eqchi' On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Batu Pahat; Remote; MYR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an experienced interpreter for a remote-only position. This role involves accurately interpreting messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare personnel while adhering to national standards and maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of interpreting experience, strong command of medical terminology, and excellent interpersonal skills. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and offers a flexible work environment, allowing you to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years interpreting experience, preferably with OPI/VRI.
• Strong command of Medical, Educational, and Social Services terminology.

Responsibilities

• Interpret messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Healthcare.

Skills

Interpreting

Customer Service

Time Management

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Interpreter Certification

40 hours of Interpreter Training

Tools

Computer

Headset

High-speed Internet

Job description

REMOTE ONLY POSITION

Duties:

1. Accurately interpret messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers or support personnel on-site.
2. Adhere to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Healthcare and to the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Healthcare.
3. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications Needed:

1. Minimum of 3 years interpreting experience, preferably with OPI/VRI.
2. National or State Interpreter Certification such as CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS (if available in your language).
3. Strong command of Medical, Educational, and Social Services terminology in both source and target languages.
4. At least 40 hours of interpreter training.
5. Good interpersonal skills, customer service, time management, and basic computer skills.
6. Fluency in English and the target language; ability to provide fluency test results.
7. Own a working computer with specific requirements, a working headset, and have a dedicated, high-speed internet connection.
8. Maintain a confidential, clean, and quiet call environment.

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