Mandarin Contract Interpreter

Propio Language Services; Batu Pahat; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading language services provider is seeking Remote Contract Mandarin Interpreters to help bridge communication gaps. Successful candidates will utilize their language skills to provide interpreting for various clients. Responsibilities include consecutive interpretation and adherence to strict protocols. Ideal applicants have a strong command of English and relevant experience. This role values diversity and offers a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Must submit an updated resume in English.
• Completion of English Language Proficiency with a technical proficiency rating of 3 or higher.
• Must successfully complete a Mockoral interpretation session.
• Completion of online Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology Assessment with a passing score.
• Must pass a full background check and security screen.
• Need to sign a commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive, first-person interpretation.
• Follow all interpreter protocols and procedures.
• Ensure client confidentiality and adhere to ethics.
• Continuously improve vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge.

Skills

Language proficiency

Interpretation techniques

Job description

Overview

At Propio Language Services we are closing the language gap by connecting people anywhere and anytime through innovative technology and solutions.

Founded in 1998 Propio Language Services provides critical interpreting and translation services that improve the quality of life with the communities we engage in. We do that by providing both remote and on-site services in more than 350 languages, for over 9,000 clients with a diverse and highly experienced staff, and over 10,000 contract interpreters.

Quality interpretation is critical to our shared success, and it is only possible by bringing in the best interpreters in the industry.

Position

We currently have a need for Remote Contract Mandarin Interpreters who have a sincere desire to use their language skills to help people and are passionate about what they do.

Responsibilities

• Provides consecutive, first-person interpretation
• Follows interpreter protocols and procedures as required by Propio L.S. clients
• Follows all Propio L.S. policies and procedures related to information confidentiality and interpreter ethics
• Continuously improves vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge, as required for various clients, such as medical, legal, social services, etc

Requirements

• Submission of updated Resume in English at time of Application
• Completion of English Language Proficiency with a language rating of “technical proficiency” (3 or higher on the nationally recognized ILR scale)
• Successful completion of a Mockoral interpretation session. Interpreters are evaluated against 24 quality standards and must attain a passing score
• Completion of Propio's online Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology Assessment, with a passing score
• A full Background Check and Security Screen
• A signed commitment to confidentiality, adherence to ethics, and HIPAA compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of interpreting experience

Propio’s evaluation process conforms to interpreting standards defined by:

• National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC)
• International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA)
• California Healthcare Interpreters Association (CHIA)

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Propio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.