Freelance Thai On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Batu Pahat; Remote; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking experienced interpreters for a remote position. This role involves accurately interpreting messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers, ensuring clear communication and maintaining patient confidentiality. Candidates should possess a strong command of medical terminology and have at least 3 years of interpreting experience, ideally with OPI/VRI. The position requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to operate in a quiet, confidential environment. If you are passionate about bridging communication gaps in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years interpreting experience, preferably with OPI/VRI.
• Strong command of Medical, Educational, and Social Services terminology.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interpret messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.

Skills

Interpreting Experience

Medical Terminology

Customer Service Skills

Time Management

Fluency in English

Education

Interpreter Certification

40 Hours of Interpreter Training

Tools

Computer with Specific Requirements

Headset

High-Speed Internet Connection

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 the National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications Needed:

• Minimum of 3 years interpreting experience, preferably with OPI/VRI.
• National or State Interpreter Certification such as CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS (if available in your language).
• Strong command of Medical, Educational, and Social Services terminology in both source and target languages.
• At least 40 hours of interpreter training.
• Good interpersonal skills, customer service, time management, and basic computer skills.
• Fluency in English and the target language, with fluency test results available.
• Own a computer meeting specific requirements, a working headset, and have a dedicated, high-speed internet connection.
• Operate in a confidential, clean, and quiet call environment.