Tigrinya Interpreter- Indianapolis, IN

LTC Language Solutions; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LTC Language Solutions is seeking contracted Amharic language interpreters in Indianapolis. This role requires fluent Tigrinya and experience in various fields, particularly medical. As an independent contractor, you will provide interpretation services while adhering to privacy regulations. Ideal candidates should have significant interpreting experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of interpreting experience required.
• At least 2 years of medical interpreting experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site, in-person interpretation.
• Act as a liaison in clients' preferred language.
• Interpret accurately based on the setting and audience.

Skills

Fluency in Tigrinya

Medical interpreting

Accurate record keeping

Education

Interpreting certifications

Job description

Are you fluent in both English and Tigrinya? Do you have experience working as an interpreter? LTC is an interpreting agency looking for contracted Amharic language interpreters in Indianapolis. You will accept appointments on an as needed basis. The ideal interpreter has 3 years of experience interpreting and has experience in a variety of medical settings, social work, education and workplace settings, among others.

Here is what you get to do

• Provide on-site, in-person interpretation.
• Be a liaison using the client’s preferred language
• Accurately interprets appropriate to the setting and audience.
• Comply with all state, local, and federal laws and regulations regarding privacy and confidentiality of medical information, including HIPAA.

Requirements

• Interpreting certifications, preferred
• Minimum of 2 years medical interpreting experience
• Minimum of 3 years of interpreting experience
• Ability to keep accurate records

As an Independent Contractor Interpreter, you will not be employee of LTC. Rather you will function as a vendor, providing language interpretation services on an IRS Form 1099 basis.

Candidate must live within commuting distance of Indianapolis, IN.