Onsite Spanish Interpreter - Columbus, OH

Telelanguage; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Telelanguage is seeking Onsite Spanish Interpreters in Columbus, Ohio, dedicated to bridging the language gap. Responsibilities include providing both in-person and virtual interpretation services while adhering to strict confidentiality and ethical standards. Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, intermediate computer skills, and reliable transportation. Candidates with interpreting experience are preferred. Join our mission to enhance the quality of life for diverse communities through effective communication.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Submission of an updated resume in English at time of application.
• Access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides consecutive in person and virtual interpretation.
• Follows interpreter protocols and procedures.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality.

Skills

Intermediate level computer skills

Ability to maintain patient confidentiality

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Propio Language Services

At Propio Language Services we are closing the language gap by connecting people anywhere and anytime through innovative technology and solutions. Founded in 1998, Propio Language Services provides critical interpreting and translation services that improve the quality of life for the communities we engage in by providing both remote and on-site services in more than 350 languages for over 6,000 clients with a diverse and highly experienced staff and over 8,000 contract interpreters. Quality interpretation is critical to our shared success, and it is only possible by bringing in the best interpreters in the industry.

Onsite Spanish Interpreters (Columbus, Ohio)

We currently have a need for Onsite Spanish Interpreters in the Columbus, Ohio area who have a sincere desire to use their language skills to help people and are passionate about what they do.

Contract Responsibilities

• Provides consecutive in person and virtual interpretation both by phone and video remote first-person interpretation.
• Follows interpreter protocols and procedures as required by Propio L.S. clients.
• Follows all Propio L.S. policies and procedures related to information confidentiality and interpreter ethics.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, GLBA and/or regulatory requirements or policies and standards.
• Establishes and maintains quality service and positive interaction with all patients, customers, visitors, health care providers, and clinical employees.
• Continuously improves vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge as required for various clients such as medical, legal, social services, etc.

Requirements

• Submission of an updated resume in English at time of application.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Intermediate level computer skills.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to provide documentation of updated vaccinations including but not limited to TB, MMR, Varicella, Hep B (or declination), TDAP and seasonal influenza (flu) and COVID.
• Successful completion of a drug test and background check & security screen (FBI fingerprinting BCI background check).
• A signed commitment to confidentiality, adherence to ethics, and HIPAA compliance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of interpreting experience.

Propio’s evaluation process conforms to interpreting standards defined by:

• National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC)
• International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA)
• California Healthcare Interpreters Association (CHIA)

Propio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.