Mandarin In-Person Interpreters

Universal Language Service, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A language service provider is seeking an In-Person Interpreter for onsite communication in Indianapolis. Responsibilities include facilitating communication for Limited English Proficient clients. Candidates must be fluent in English and the target language, with relevant certifications and strong customer service skills. This flexible contract position offers numerous interpreting sessions per day.

Qualifications

• Fluent in both source and target languages.
• Ability to read and write in requested languages.
• Successful completion of Medical Interpreting training.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions.
• Exhibit professional appearance and behavior.
• Adhere to ethical standards specific to interpreting.

Skills

Fluent verbal communication skills

Excellent listening skills

Customer service aptitude

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

Job description

Location: Onsite Indianapolis, IN

Position Overview: The In-Person Interpreter is responsible for facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and the practitioners that serve them in a variety of settings. This contract position is flexible and an opportunity to expand your interpreting business with access to many sessions per day.

Job Functions

1. Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
2. Always exhibit professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality and preparedness for sessions.
3. Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing situations.
4. Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
5. Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
6. Respect for and understanding of our Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients, culture, dialect, beliefs, and preferences.
7. Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
8. Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
9. Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• 1. Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Target language to English and vice-versa).
• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• Successful completion of Bridging The Gap Medical Interpreting Testing or accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, MiTio, Cross-Cultural training)
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI or NBCMI (highly preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).