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 is seeking interpreters for a remote position where you will facilitate communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers. Candidates should have at least 3 years of interpreting experience, national certification preferred, and must demonstrate fluency in English and the target language. Strong interpersonal skills and a quiet work environment are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• Fluency test results in English and the target language required.
• Knowledge of medical, educational, and social services terminology.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to standards for interpreters.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Basic computer skills

Fluency in English

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

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
• 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.