Freelance Telugu On-Demand Interpreter

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

Job summary

A healthcare interpreting company is seeking a qualified individual for a remote interpreter position. The role includes accurately interpreting messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers while adhering to ethical standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of interpreting experience, relevant certifications, and be fluent in English and the target language. A home office meets specific equipment requirements is necessary. This position ensures the utmost patient confidentiality and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years interpreting experience preferable OPI/VRI.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.
• Maintain a confidential, clean, and quiet call environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adhere to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters.
• Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

Tools

Computer with specific requirements

Working 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.