Freelance Twi On-Demand Interpreter

THE LANGUAGE GROUP; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Language Group is seeking a remote medical interpreter to support healthcare providers and patients. You will translate between non-English speakers and on-site staff, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in every interaction.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years interpreting experience (OPI/VRI preferred), holds a recognized interpreter certification, and demonstrates fluency in English and the target language. A quiet, professional call environment and reliable internet are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years interpreting experience (OPI/VRI preferred)
• Interpreter certifications such as CHI/CMI/NIC/CI/CT/VQAS
• Knowledge of medical, educational, and social services terminology in source and target languages
• 40 hours or more interpreter training
• Strong interpersonal skills, customer service, and time management
• Fluency in English and target language with test results available
• Working computer, headset, and high-speed internet required

Responsibilities

• Accurately interprets messages between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers or on-site staff
• Adheres to the National Standards of Practice and National Code of Ethics for Interpreters in Health Care
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times

Skills

OPI/VRI experience

Fluency in English and target language

Excellent interpersonal skills

Time management

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

Interpreter certification (CHI/CMI/NIC/CI/CT/VQAS)

Tools

Working computer

High-speed internet

Headset

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.