Amharic Interpreter

ContactLink Solutions LLC; United States; Remote; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Monthly payments

Job summary

ContactLink Solutions LLC seeks a skilled Amharic-English interpreter for a fully remote, full-time contractor role in the United States. You will interpret accurately between Amharic and English, maintaining confidentiality and following the interpreter’s code of conduct.

Work from home with independent onboarding, earn by monthly payments, and support clinical communications using healthcare terminology. Immediate availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Amharic.
• Based in US.
• Minimum 3 year of interpretation experience.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to render correct concepts and meanings according to established interpretation protocols, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication, with permission or at the request of the client.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls professionally, acting according to the interpreter’s code of conduct
• Be familiar with industry-specific vocabulary (especially healthcare and medical terminology)
• Participate in internal professional training
• Communicate and report to your team leader

Skills

Fluency English-Amharic

US-based

3+ years experience

Active listening

Note-taking

Tools

USB wired headset

Windows 10 or Mac

Wired internet connection

Job description

Are you a skilled Amharic interpreter based in US looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity? We are seeking talented individuals proficient in Amharic and English to join our team of international interpreters. If you have a passion for languages and a commitment to providing excellent service, we want to hear from you! This is a fully remote position. As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between Amharic and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and accurately in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet and secure environment. Notepads, writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and Amharic
• Based in US
• Minimum 3 year of interpretation experience
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Ability to render correct concepts and meanings according to established interpretation protocols, avoiding omissions or additions
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication, with permission or at the request of the client

Technical Requirements:

• 90% English proficiency
• Steady wired internet connection
• USB wired headset
• Windows 10 or Mac

What we offer you:

• Fully remote — work from your home office
• Full-time contractor position
• Immediate availability to start after onboarding
• Monthly payments

Your responsibilities:

• Answer calls professionally, acting according to the interpreter’s code of conduct
• Be familiar with industry-specific vocabulary (especially healthcare and medical terminology)
• Participate in internal professional training
• Communicate and report to your team leader

Based on your location, language testing and background check may be required.

Join us and become part of a dynamic team that values your skills.