Freelance Twi On-Demand Interpreter

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

Job summary

A professional language interpretation service is seeking experienced interpreters for a remote position. The role requires at least 3 years of interpreting experience and relevant certifications. Candidates must demonstrate fluency in English and a target language, possess strong interpersonal skills, and maintain confidentiality. Candidates will interpret for non-English speaking patients in healthcare settings.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• Must demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Interprets messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adheres to ethical standards for healthcare interpreters.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Customer service

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

Job description

REMOTE ONLY POSITION

Responsibilities

• 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.