Freelance Vietnamese OnDemand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP, LLC; Remote; MYR 162,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

A language services provider is seeking experienced interpreters to work remotely. Candidates must have at least 3 years of interpreting experience and relevant certifications. Responsibilities include interpreting messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers while adhering to strict confidentiality standards. A fluent command of both English and the target language is crucial, along with good interpersonal and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience preferable OPI/VRI.
• Knowledge of Medical, Educational, and social services terminology in both languages.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets messages between patients and healthcare providers.
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Health Care.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Fluency in English and target language

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours of interpreter training

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.