Spanish Interpreter

Propio Language Services, Inc.; Kansas; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Propio Language Services is seeking remote contract Spanish interpreters who are passionate about language access and helping people. The role involves providing consecutive interpretation, adhering to client protocols and Propio policies, and maintaining strict confidentiality with HIPAA compliance across medical, legal, and social services contexts.

Applicants should submit an English resume, demonstrate ILR level 3+ proficiency, pass a Mock interpretation, and complete Propio’s medical

Qualifications

• English proficiency required: ILR 3+ (technical proficiency)

Responsibilities

• Provides consecutive, first-person interpretation.
• Follows interpreter protocols and Propio policies.
• Maintains confidentiality and interpreter ethics.
• Improves vocabulary and subject matter knowledge for medical, legal, social services, and other clients.

Skills

Interpreting

Spanish language

Consecutive interpretation

Job description

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 with the communities we engage in. We do that by providing both remote and on-site services in more than 350 languages, for over 9,000 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.

We currently have a need for Remote Contract Spanish Interpreters who have a sincere desire to use their language skills to help people and are passionate about what they do.

Contract Responsibilities:

• Provides consecutive, 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.
• Continuously improves vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge, as required for various clients, such as medical, legal, social services, etc.

Requirements:

• Submission of updated Resume in English at time of Application.
• Completion of English Language Proficiency with a language rating of “technical proficiency” (3 or higher on the nationally recognized ILR scale).
• Successful completion of a Mock oral interpretation session. Interpreters are evaluated against 24 quality standards and must attain a passing score.
• Completion of Propio's online Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology Assessment, with a passing score.
• A full Background Check and Security Screen.
• 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)

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Propio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers 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.