Bengali Medical Interpreter

GLS; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GLS seeks a Bengali US-based Interpreter to facilitate Bengali-English interpretation from a home office. The role emphasizes accuracy, quiet environment, and use of glossaries and dictionaries. You will work remotely, with monthly payments and potential for ongoing training and competency development.

Per minute rate may vary based on location, testing, and client requirements. Candidates should be bilingual with English and Dari proficiency, and have reliable hardware and internet.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Dari required.
• Remote interpreter role with home-office setup.
• Ability to render accurate meaning per interpretation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote consecutive/interpretation between Bengali and English.
• Maintain high accuracy through attentive listening and note-taking.
• Explain cultural concepts when needed to avoid miscommunication.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent Dari

Tools

Glossaries

Dictionaries

Job description

LANGUAGE : Bengali US-Based Interpreter

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between Bengali and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and with accuracy in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment. Note pads and writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and Dari
• Minimum 1-year interpretation experience preferred
• Excellent listening, retention and note taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication with permission or at the request of the client.

Technical Requirements:

• Computer or Laptop
• Windows 10 or higher
• USB Wired headset
• Steady wired internet connection

Additional information:

• Proficiency/Bilingual/Native level of English and target language.
• Remote position, interpreter works from his/her home office
• Ongoing training and competency opportunities
• Monthly payments
• Per minute rate
  **Based on your location, language testing, background check and/or drug screen may be required**