Freelance Tigrigna On-Demand Interpreter

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

Job summary

A leading language service provider is seeking a remote interpreter to ensure clear communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate must possess relevant certifications, substantial interpreting experience, and the skills necessary to uphold patient confidentiality while managing interactions professionally.

Qualifications

• 3 years minimum of interpreting experience preferable OPI/VRI.
• Knowledgeable command of medical, educational, and social services terminology.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to National Standards of Practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Basic computer skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in target language

Education

National or State Interpreter Certification (such as CHI, CMI, NIC, CI/CT, VQAS)

40 hours or more interpreter training

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.