Freelance Tagalog On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Batu Pahat; Remote; MYR 125,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

A language services company is seeking remote interpreters to facilitate communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers. Applicants must have at least 3 years of interpreting experience, relevant certifications, and fluency in both English and the target language. Strong interpersonal skills and a dedicated work environment are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience is preferred.
• Must have a knowledgeable command of Medical, Educational, and social services terminology.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to National Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Interpreters.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Customer service skills

Time management

Computer skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours or more interpreter training

Tools

Working computer

Headset

High-speed internet connection

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.