Urdu In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

A language service provider is seeking an Urdu In-Person Interpreter in Everett, WA. This contract position involves facilitating onsite communication for Limited English Proficient clients in various settings. The ideal candidate will excel in both Urdu and English, demonstrate strong customer service skills, and adhere to ethical interpreting standards. This flexible role offers opportunities to expand your interpreting business with access to multiple sessions daily.

Qualifications

• Fluent and strong verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or national certification.
• Extensive knowledge of ethics and standards of practice.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onsite communication for Limited English Proficient community.
• Exhibit professional appearance and behavior in all sessions.
• Adapt quickly to new situations and adhere to ethical standards.
• 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 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.

Skills

Fluent communication in Urdu and English

Excellent listening and retention skills

Customer service aptitude

Interpreting proficiency

Ethics knowledge

Education

Degree or certifications in interpreting practices

Interpreting certification

Job description

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Position Overview

The Urdu 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.

Location

Everett, onsite servicing Snohomish County

Job Type

Independent Contractor

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 (Urdu 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).