Freelance Japanese On-Demand Interpreter

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

Job summary

A language services provider seeks an experienced interpreter. This remote role requires at least 3 years of interpreting experience and relevant certification. Responsibilities include accurate interpretation between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers while adhering to ethical standards. Strong fluency in English and the target language is necessary, along with good interpersonal and computer skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• Knowledge of Medical, Educational, and social services terminology.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice and the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters.
• Must maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

Job description

REMOTE ONLY POSITION

Responsibilities

• 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

• 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