Freelance Persian On-Demand Interpreter

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

Job summary

A leading language services provider is seeking a remote interpreter to facilitate communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of interpreting experience, hold relevant certifications, and demonstrate fluency in both English and the target language. Strong interpersonal skills and a reliable working environment are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Interpret messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to ethical standards for interpreters.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Customer service skills

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

Tools

Working headset

High-speed internet connection

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