Freelance Thai On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Remote; MYR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare interpretation service is seeking qualified interpreters for a remote position. Responsibilities include accurately interpreting messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers, adhering to industry standards, and maintaining confidentiality. Applicants should have at least 3 years of interpreting experience, necessary certifications, and strong command of medical terminology. Good interpersonal skills and a suitable working environment are essential. This role offers flexibility in remote work from Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and ethical standards.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours or more interpreter training

Tools

Computer with specific requirements

Headset

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.