Freelance Medical Interpreter

SOS International LLC; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

SOSi is seeking qualified medical interpreters to deliver in-person, over-the-phone, and video remote interpretation for scheduled and on-demand requests within Washington state and surrounding zip codes. Interpreters assist injured workers and crime victims during medical and vocational appointments with high English proficiency and target language skills.

Remote work is available for telephonic and video appointments, and interpreters must pass background checks and obtain relevant

Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in English and target language (ILR 2+).
• Eligible for background check (WATCH) in WA.
• Possess or able to obtain interpreter certifications listed.

Responsibilities

• Provide scheduled and on-demand interpretation in person, by phone, and via VRI.
• Interpret between medical/vocational providers and injured workers or victims with varied language proficiency.

Skills

Bilingual English/Target Language

Clear pronunciation

Interpretation delivery control

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Interpreter Certification (CCHI/NBIEC/NCIM)

Tools

NPI

UBI

Job description

Fully Remote, UNITED STATES, USA

Contract

Clearance Requirement: None

Company Description

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

Job Description

Overview

SOSi is actively seeking qualified, professional, and experienced medical interpreters. Our job is to provide in person, over the phone, and video remote interpretation (VRI) interpretation services for scheduled and on-demand service requests within the state of Washington, and bordering zip codes. The government contractor requires interpretation services for injured workers and crime victims during medical and vocational appointments. All languages are encouraged to apply across the country.

Essential Job Duties

• Provides scheduled and on-demand in-person, over-the-phone, and VRI consecutive interpretation between Multiple Languages and English and vice versa between medical/vocational providers and injured workers and crime victims with low English proficiency as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to obtain and provide a valid driver's license, U.S. passport or other government issued photo ID.
• Ability to obtain a background check through Washington Access To Criminal History (WATCH) website.
• Highly proficient in both English and Target Language, ILR scale of 2+.
• Ability to speak English and Target Language fluently, including high to low levels of language register, regional colloquialisms, and slang expressions, and do so with clear and intelligible pronunciation.
• Ability to preserve the tone and emotional level of the speaker, as well as manage the delivery, speed, and length of the statement (projection, pace and pausing) of the speaker.
• Ability to maintain appropriate speed and projection while rendering interpretation, and request and incorporate clarification of speaker’s statements only when justified.
• Ability to obtain one of the following certifications:
• Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
• Federal Court Interpreter Certification Examination
• Washington State Administrative Office for the Courts
• National Board of Certification for Medical Interpreter
• Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
• US State Department Office of Language Services
• Ability to obtain a National Provider Identifier (NPI) Number
• Ability to obtain a Unified Business Identifier (UBI) with the Washington State Department of Revenue.

Additional Information

Work Environment

• In-person appointments throughout the state of Washington and surrounding zip codes.
• Remote work available for telephonic and video remote appointments.

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

SOSi is an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status. SOSi takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.