Freelance Quiché On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Language Group is seeking a remote healthcare interpreter to accurately interpret messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers. The role requires adherence to national standards and a strict code of ethics, with a focus on patient confidentiality.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of interpreting experience, relevant certifications, and strong customer service and computer skills for a remote work environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum interpreting experience
• OPI/VRI experience preferred
• National or State Interpreter Certification such as CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS (if available)
• 40 hours or more interpreter training
• Fluent in English and the target language with fluency test results
• Good interpersonal skills, customer service, time management and basic computer skills

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Interpreting experience

OPI/VRI

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification

Tools

Computer headset

High-speed internet

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.