Freelance Bosnian On-Demand Interpreter

The Language Group; Connecticut; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking remote medical interpreters to facilitate communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers. Qualified candidates are expected to have significant interpreting experience, relevant certifications, and a strong command of medical terminology. This position allows for flexible remote work while ensuring adherence to standards of practice and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience preferable OPI/VRI.
• Knowledgeable command of Medical, Educational, and social services terminology.
• Fluency in English and the target language with test results.

Responsibilities

• Interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Health Care.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

40 hours of interpreter training

National or State Interpreter Certification

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.