Freelance Finnish On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A language services provider is seeking an experienced interpreter for a remote position. The successful candidate will accurately interpret messages between non-English-speaking patients and healthcare providers while adhering to professional standards and maintaining patient confidentiality. The role requires a minimum of 3 years of interpreting experience and relevant certification. Strong interpersonal skills and fluency in both English and the target language are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• Knowledgeable command of medical, educational, and social services terminology.
• Demonstrated fluency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to National Standards and Code of Ethics for Interpreters.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

Tools

Computer with specific requirements

Headset

Job description

REMOTE ONLY POSITION

Duties

• Accurately interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers or support personnel on-site
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Health Care and to the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care
• Must always maintain patient confidentiality

Qualifications Needed

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience preferable OPI/VRI
• National or State Interpreter Certification such as CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS (if available in your language)
• A knowledgeable command of Medical, Educational, and social services terminology in source and target language
• 40 hours or more interpreter training
• Must have good interpersonal skills, customer service, time management and basic computer skills
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language and be able to provide fluency test results
• A working computer with specific requirements, working headset, and dedicated, high-speed internet connection
• A confidential, clean, and quiet call environment.