Turkish In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 111,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable interpreting service company is seeking a Turkish In-Person Interpreter responsible for facilitating onsite communication for clients with limited English proficiency. This independent contractor position offers flexibility and a chance to grow your interpreting business. Candidates must be fluent in both Turkish and English, have excellent listening skills, and adhere to professional interpreting standards. Preference given to those with medical interpreting certifications. Apply to join a rewarding team!

Qualifications

• Must have strong verbal communication skills in Turkish and English.
• Proficiency assessment completion or national certification is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of interpreter ethics and standards (IMIA, NBCMI, NCIHC).
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions.
• Exhibit professional appearance and behavior.
• Adapt quickly to new and changing situations.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity in diverse environments.
• Respect LEP clients and their culture, dialect, and beliefs.
• Speak clearly in both languages with proper pronunciation and enunciation.
• Render exact concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Skills

Fluent verbal communication skills in Turkish and English

Listening and retention skills

Strong customer service aptitude

Cultural sensitivity

Professional presentation

Adaptability

Customer service

On-site interpretation

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS

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Job Title: Turkish Interpreter

Location: Onsite servicing King County

Job Type: Independent Contractor

Position Overview

The Turkish In-Person Interpreter is responsible for facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and the practitioners that serve them in a variety of settings. This contract position is flexible and an opportunity to expand your interpreting business with access to many sessions per day.

Job Functions

• Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Always exhibit professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality and preparedness for sessions.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing situations.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect for and understanding of our Limited English Proficient (LEP) clients, culture, dialect and beliefs and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation, and polite expressions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Fluent and have strong verbal communication skills in both the source and target language (Turkish to English and vice‑versa).
• Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or have a national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI and NCIHC).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and write in the requested languages.
• Degree or certifications in interpreting practices.
• National Medical Interpreter Certification by CCHI, NBCMI or DSHS.
• Accredited Medical Interpreting Training course (i.e.: ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross‑Cultural training, 40‑hour accredited medical courses).