Tagalog Interpreters

Homeland Language Services; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Work remotely when available

Job summary

A leading interpreting service provider seeks experienced Tagalog-English interpreters located in Albany, NY. The role involves providing interpretation services for patients and their families, ensuring access to healthcare. Candidates should have fluency in both languages and at least one year of experience. This position offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to work part-time while supporting the community.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as an Interpreter/translator.
• Not compulsory but desirable certifications.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required.
• Vaccination proof and masks may be required on assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provide interpretation for LEP patients and health care staff.
• Advocate for LEP patients' access to health care services.
• Deliver culturally sensitive patient care.

Skills

Fluency in spoken and written English

Fluency in Tagalog

Professional-level medical interpreting skills

Short non-publication translation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certifications such as CMI, CHI, CCHI

Job description

Overview

We are hiring TAGALOG - ENGLISH INTERPRETERS. 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

Usually during regular business hours (8 AM - 6 PM), some Saturdays. Appointments are based on the needs of the clients.

Rate

Depends on your certification and experience.

Your background and experience

• Work Experience: 1+ years
• Certifications: 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: 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 join a friendly team that supports each other, actively communicates, has its own corporate culture, and achieves goals together!

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 a modern fast-paced global business. We offer interpretation and translation services in 100+ languages for different industries.

We invite you to follow the 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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