Freelance Q'eqchi' On-Demand Interpreter

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

Job summary

A language service provider is seeking a qualified individual for a remote interpreting position. Candidates must have at least 3 years of interpreting experience, preferably in OPI/VRI, alongside a relevant interpreter certification. Excellent fluency in English and the target language is essential, as well as strong interpersonal and customer service skills. A quiet and clean call environment is necessary, along with a working computer and high-speed internet connection.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and basic computer skills.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to National Standards of Practice.
• Manage calls in a confidential, clean, and quiet environment.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Excellent customer service skills

Fluency in English and target language

Time management

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 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.