Pashto Interpreters

homelandls; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

homelandls is seeking Pashto-English interpreters to serve LEP patients in a US-based setting, onsite in Schenectady, NY. You should have at least 1 year of interpreter/translator experience and be comfortable with medical interpreting and intercultural mediation. Certifications are desirable. Vaccination proof and adherence to safety protocols are expected.

Join a dynamic team and contribute to accessible healthcare while earning competitive compensation based on certification and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Interpreter/translator.
• Fluency in English and the interpreting language; native-level preferred.
• COVID-19 vaccination proof required; masks and sanitiser as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation for LEP patients, families, providers and staff.
• Advocate for access to healthcare and ensure culturally sensitive care.
• Maintain patient privacy, safety, and teamwork in a clinical setting.

Skills

English fluency

Pashto-English interpreting

Medical interpreting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Interpreter certifications (CMI/CHI/CCHI/NBCMI)

Job description

We are hiring PASHTO- ENGLISH INTERPRETERS (US BASED ONLY)

We are looking for experienced interpreters who want to join an international company and be a great help to the community.

Do you have one year of experience working as an Interpreter/translator? Do you enjoy what you do? Would you like to be part of a dynamic team with solid possibilities for professional growth? While making extra cash in your spare time? If so, we want to hear from you!

Job Overview

The Interpreter provides interpretation for Limited English Proficient (LEP) patients, their families, providers, and staff. The Interpreter advocates for LEP patients' access to the full range of health care services providing intercultural mediation to assist providers in delivering culturally sensitive patient care. A commitment to providing exceptional customer experience, patient privacy & safety, and a teamwork spirit is required for this position.

After you familiarize yourself with the following description of the position, you can click "Apply now" and send us your resume and certificate in PDF or Word files.

Job type: ON-SITE

Location: Schenectady, NY

Schedule: It is usually during regular business hours (8 AM - 6 PM), some Saturdays. Appointments are based on the needs of the clients.

Rate: it depends on your certification and experience

Your background and experience

• Work Experience: 1 + years
• Certifications are not compulsory, but desirable. At least a high school diploma or equivalent. For Certified Interpreters: CMI, CHI, CCHI, Interpreting diploma from an interpreting school, NBCMI.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and the language of interpreting, with a preference for native-level fluency in the language of interpreting. Professional-level medical interpreting and short non-publication translation skills are required.
• COVID-19 considerations: All Interpreters must provide proof of vaccination, wear masks and carry portable hand sanitiser when on appointments unless the client determines otherwise.

What we offer you

• Contract type of employment.
• Flexible schedule: Our flexible schedule allows you to work when you are available, you may select or decline jobs based on your schedule or availability from the convenience of your smartphone!

We will be happy to welcome you to our team!