Freelance Tagalog On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Batu Pahat; Remote; MYR 168,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized language services company is seeking an experienced interpreter for a remote position. The role involves interpreting messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers, adhering to professional standards, and maintaining confidentiality. Candidates should have at least 3 years of interpreting experience and relevant certifications. Strong interpersonal skills and a suitable work environment are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience preferable OPI/VRI.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.
• Must have a working computer and specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Fluency in English

Customer service skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

40 hours of interpreter training

National or State Interpreter Certification

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

• 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