Remote Japanese Interpreter

ContactLink Solutions LLC; United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ContactLink Solutions LLC in the United States is seeking a skilled Japanese-English interpreter for a fully remote, full-time contractor role. The position offers flexible scheduling, immediate onboarding, and monthly payments, with work-from-home requirements and a quiet, secure environment.

Responsibilities include professional call handling, industry-specific terminology (healthcare), ongoing training, and clear communication with the team leader.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Japanese.
• Minimum 2 years of interpretation experience.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills.
• Accurate rendering without omissions or additions.
• Ability to explain cultural concepts on request.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls professionally per interpreter code of conduct.
• Familiar with healthcare and medical terminology.
• Participate in internal professional training.
• Communicate and report to your team leader.

Skills

English-Japanese

2 years experience

Listening & note-taking

Job description

Are you a skilled Japanese interpreter looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity? We are seeking talented individuals proficient in Japanese and English to join our team of international interpreters. If you have a passion for languages and a commitment to providing excellent service, we want to hear from you! This is a fully remote position.

As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between Japanese and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and accurately in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet and secure environment. Notepads, writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and Japanese
• Minimum 2 year of interpretation experience
• Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
• Ability to render correct concepts and meanings according to established interpretation protocols, avoiding omissions or additions
• Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication, with permission or at the request of the client

Technical Requirements:

• 90% English proficiency
• Steady wired internet connection
• USB wired headset
• Windows 10 or Mac

What we offer you:

• Fully remote — work from your home office
• Full-time contractor position
• Immediate availability to start after onboarding
• Monthly payments

Your responsibilities:

• Answer calls professionally, acting according to the interpreter’s code of conduct
• Be familiar with industry-specific vocabulary (especially healthcare and medical terminology)
• Participate in internal professional training
• Communicate and report to your team leader

*Based on your location, language testing and background check may be required.