Portuguese Interpreters

Homeland Language Services; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Friendly team environment

Job summary

A language services provider is seeking an Interpreter in Albany, NY to provide medical interpretation for Limited English Proficient patients. Candidates should have at least 1 year of interpreting experience and fluency in English. The job offers flexibility in scheduling and the opportunity to join a supportive team focused on patient care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of work experience in interpreting.
• Certifications are desirable for certified interpreters.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation for Limited English Proficient patients.
• Advocate for patient access to health care services.
• Deliver culturally sensitive patient care.

Skills

Fluency in spoken and written English

Professional-level medical interpreting skills

Short non-publication translation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Interpreting certifications desirable (CMI, CHI, CCHI, NBCMI)

Job description

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.

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!

If you choose to work with Homeland Language Services you will get into a friendly team, that supports each other, actively communicates, has its own corporate culture, and achieves goals together!

Location and schedule

Job type: ONSITE

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

About us

Established 7 years ago, Homeland Language Services has been successfully providing high-quality interpreting and translating services worldwide. We have a large team with 500+ professional interpreters and translators. They have solid experience and professional skills to serve our clients with the best language services in modern fast-paced global business. We offer interpretation and translation services in 100+ languages for different industries.

We invite you to follow the link to Homeland Language Services website to discover more about our company.

Send us your resume. If your expertise complies with the requirements listed above, our HR Team will contact you by email to explain in detail the pay rates, schedules, and other working conditions.

We will be happy to welcome you to our team!

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