Freelance Korean On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Remote; MYR 162,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading language interpretation service is seeking experienced interpreters for remote positions. The role involves interpreting messages accurately between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers while adhering to ethical standards. Candidates must possess interpreter certification and have a minimum of 3 years of interpreting experience. A sound knowledge of relevant terminology and good interpersonal skills are essential. This is a home-based opportunity but requires a confidential, quiet environment for calls.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum interpreting experience preferred OPI/VRI.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medical and social services terminology.
• Must provide fluency test results.

Responsibilities

• Interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Adheres to National Standards of Practice for Interpreters.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Basic computer skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in target language

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours 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 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 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.