Freelance Spanish On-Demand Interpreter

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

Job summary

A leading interpreting services provider offers a remote position for an interpreter in Batu Pahat, Malaysia. The role requires at least 3 years of interpreting experience, preferably in OPI/VRI, and the ability to adhere to national standards for patient confidentiality. Candidates must have a strong command of medical terminology and demonstrate fluency in both English and their target language. Certification is preferred, along with good interpersonal and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• Fluency in English and target language is required.
• Must provide fluency test results.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to ethical standards for interpreters.
• Maintain patient confidentiality during calls.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Medical terminology knowledge

Fluency in English and target language

Interpersonal skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

Job description

REMOTE ONLY POSITION

Duties

• Accurately interpret messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers or support personnel on-site
• Adhere 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