Mandarin Remote Interpreter

Certified Languages International; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Certified Languages International (CLI) is seeking Mandarin telephonic interpreters for remote work. The role focuses on providing over-the-phone interpretation across industries, with a high call volume and flexible scheduling.

Interpreters are independent contractors paid per minute and can log in via the CLI portal or a landline to start sessions. Applicants must reside in the United States, have SSN or EIN with photo ID, and have at least two years of professional interpreting experience,

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of professional interpreting experience (preferably Over the Phone Interpreting).
• Experience in medical interpreting is preferred.
• Must meet all US work requirements (SSN or EIN & Photo ID) and reside in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic interpretation; work 100% over the phone.
• Support a high volume of calls across multiple industries, including medical, insurance, finance, utilities, and courts.
• Log on/off using CLI's online portal or a landline telephone as needed.

Skills

Over-the-phone interpreting

Medical interpreting

Independent contractor

Schedule flexibility

Job description

Job Description

Mandarin Telephonic Interpreters Wanted (Work From Home)

Certified Languages International (CLI) connects clients with world-class interpreting services, and has since its inception in 1996. Thousands of organizations across the country rely on CLI to help them communicate with a growing demographic of Limited English Proficient (LEP) speakers.

• The contract position that's available is 100% over-the-phone interpretation.
• CLI has high volume of calls, most of which are medical in nature. We service all industries including insurance, financial, utility companies, customer service and state courts, etc.
• CLI utilizes freelance interpreters (independent contractors) and this position is work from home, meaning you set your own schedule. CLI has clients needing interpreting service 24/7 and you can provide your service any time using our online portal or your landline telephone to log on and off.
• You must meet all of the requirements to work in the United States legally (SSN or EIN & Photo ID required) and you must reside in the United States.
• Payment for rendered services is on a per minute basis and interpreters are paid for every minute spent on the phone interpreting. Payment is issued twice a month, on the 15th and on the last day of the month via direct deposit.
• A Language Assessment is required for all interpreters and detailed information will be sent to you later.
• Minimum two years of professional interpreting experience (preferably Over the Phone Interpreting) is required.
• We are currently not recruiting interpreters in California, New Jersey, and New York. If you live in one of these states, please do not apply.