Freelance Polish On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP; Polska; Remote; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Language Group is seeking a remote interpreter to support healthcare settings. You will accurately interpret between non-English speaking patients and on-site providers while upholding professional standards and patient confidentiality.

Applicants should have 3+ years of interpreting experience, relevant certifications (CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS), and fluency in English and the target language. A quiet, well-equipped remote workspace is required.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum interpreting experience, preferably OPI/VRI.
• National or State Interpreter Certification such as CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS.
• Knowledgeable command of medical, educational, and social services terminology.
• 40 hours or more interpreter training.
• Good interpersonal, customer service, time management and basic computer skills.
• Fluency in English and the target language with fluency test results.
• Working computer with headset, high-speed internet, and quiet call environment.
• Confidential, quiet call environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and on-site healthcare providers.
• 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.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Basic computer skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in target language

Education

Interpreter Certifications (CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS)

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.

Originally posted on Himalayas