Japanese Video Medical Interpreter

Equiti; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Equiti is seeking qualified Video Medical Interpreters to work remotely from any U.S.-based location. You will facilitate clear communication between healthcare providers and LEP patients, serving as a cultural broker when needed and ensuring confidentiality under HIPAA during VRI sessions.

Minimum 1 year of remote medical interpreting experience, 40+ hours of interpreter training, and fluency in English plus another language are required, with ongoing professional development and the ability to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in remote medical interpreting.
• 40+ hours of interpreter training (e.g., Bridging the Gap or equivalent).
• Medical interpretation certification preferred.
• Fluency in English and at least one other language; HIPAA confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Interpret accurately and completely between languages for healthcare settings nationwide.
• Adjust register to ensure LEP patient comprehension.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and professional standards.
• Follow quality policy and provide excellent customer service.
• Establish professional interactions with all users; act as cultural broker when needed.
• Demonstrate camera awareness during VRI sessions and maintain presence.
• Maintain required certifications and continue professional development.
• Adapt to new technology, platforms, and protocols.
• Work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Remote medical interpreting

Fluency in English and another Lang

Customer service

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Cultural broker/communication

VRI/camera awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

VRI platforms

Job description

## Japanese Video Medical InterpreterApply: Part time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR-0885**Summary**DescriptionEquiti is seeking qualified Video Medical Interpreters to work remotely from any U.S.-based location. As a vital member of our interpretation team, you will facilitate clear, accurate, and culturally competent communication between healthcare providers and Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients. You will serve as a professional conduit for information and, when appropriate, a cultural broker to ensure full understanding. Interpreters support both healthcare and educational settings via audio and video modalities.**Essential Responsibilities*** Interpret accurately and completely between source and target language for hospitals, clinics, and other facilities nationwide.* Ensure full comprehension by adjusting register as needed for the LEP patient.* Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional standards.* Adhere to Equiti’s quality policy and promote excellent customer service to clients and patients.* Establish and maintain positive, professional interactions with all users.* Act as a cultural broker when needed to clarify cultural nuances or misunderstandings.* Demonstrate camera awareness during VRI sessions, ensuring proper posture, voice projection, and presence.* Maintain required certifications and continue professional development.* Adapt to changing technology, platforms, and protocols as needed.* Participate actively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.* Perform other duties as assigned.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** High School Diploma or GED required.* Minimum 1 year of experience in remote medical interpreting (required).* 40+ hours of interpreter training (e.g., Bridging the Gap or equivalent).* Medical interpretation certification (e.g., CMI, CHI) preferred.* Documented fluency in English and at least one other language.* Equal command of medical, educational, and social service terminology in both languages.* Proven understanding of the NCIHC Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.* Strong customer service, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.* Proven ability to learn and operate proprietary and common software tools.* Ability to adjust interpretation register appropriately.* Demonstrated critical thinking and a teamwork mindset.* Experience serving individuals from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.**Technical Requirements*** A HIPAA-compliant home workspace (chair, desk, privacy).* Dedicated, high-speed wired internet (no Wi-Fi):Minimum Download Speed: 10 MbpsMinimum Upload Speed: 3 MbpsLatency: ≤ 100msJitter: ≤ 30msPacket Loss: ≤ 1%* Company-provided laptop computer running Windows 10+ with a minimum of 8GB RAM (no tablets or phones).* Company-provided noise-cancelling USB-wired headset with built-in microphone (no Bluetooth/wireless).