Cantonese Medical Interpreter

GLS; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GLS is hiring a Cantonese US-based interpreter to provide real-time Cantonese-English interpretation from a home office. A quiet, secure workspace, reliable headset, and steady internet are essential.

Fluency in English and Cantonese is required, with at least 1 year of interpretation experience preferred. Ongoing training and competency opportunities are offered, with monthly payments based on a per-minute rate and subject to testing/background checks.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and Cantonese.
• Minimum 1 year interpretation experience preferred.
• Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills.
• Render concepts accurately per interpretation conventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time Cantonese-English interpretation in remote settings.
• Maintain accuracy and convey intended meaning without omissions/additions.
• Explain cultural concepts as needed with client permission.
• Ensure a quiet, secure home office environment for sessions.

Skills

English Cantonese bilingual

Active listening

Note-taking

Interpretation protocols

Tools

Computer or Laptop

Windows 10+

USB headset

Stable internet

Job description

LANGUAGE : Cantonese US-Based Interpreter

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between Cantonese 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 Cantonese
• 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**