Freelance Marshallese Interpreter (OS/VRI/OPI) – Remote

Piedmont Global; United States; Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Piedmont Global, based in the Metro Washington DC area, is seeking freelance interpreters to provide on-site, video remote (VRI), or over-the-phone (OPI) consecutive and simultaneous interpreting from EN to other languages. This 1099 independent contractor opportunity offers flexible assignments across diverse clients and languages.

Minimum qualifications include at least two years of interpreting experience, native English proficiency and strong references; medical interpreting requires

Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of interpreting experience, paid or volunteer.
• Native-level proficiency in English and the other language.
• Medical interpreters require CHIT-type certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation during interactions.
• Render sight translations of documents when needed.
• Maintain accuracy with tone, nuance and register across languages.
• Inform parties of any factors affecting interpretation performance.
• Adhere to ethics and professional standards.

Skills

Interpreting experience

Native English

Attention to accuracy

Education

Medical interpreter certification (40-hour program)

Tools

VRI platforms

OPI tools

Laptop with ≥4GB RAM

Job description

Piedmont Global, based in the Metro Washington DC area, is seeking freelance interpreters to provide on-site, video remote (VRI), or over-the-phone (OPI) consecutive and simultaneous interpreting from EN to other languages. This 1099 independent contractor opportunity offers flexible assignments across diverse clients and languages.

Minimum qualifications include at least two years of interpreting experience, native English proficiency and strong references; medical interpreting requires