Freelance Karen On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Interpreter to facilitate communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in interpreting and a strong command of medical terminology. A certification and good interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience preferably OPI/VRI.
• Demonstrate fluency in English and the target language.
• A working computer with specific requirements and dedicated high-speed internet.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice for Interpreters in Health Care.
• Must always maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Basic Computer Skills

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

40 hours or more interpreter training

Job description

• 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.

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