Onsite Vietnamese Contract Interpreter
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Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Linguava
Linguava is looking for individuals who are the best of the best. We cultivate and seek language specialists who are driven by a high-level of commitment to their craft and also to serving others. Listed by Slator as one of the fastest growing Language Service Providers we aim to continue being a leader in the industry. Our independent contract interpreters are a very important part of our company.
A Brief Overview
Providing on-site interpretation services and on demand sight translation services for Linguavas clients patients and family members.
Essential Functions
Interpret for individuals and/or families who dont speak English at different predetermined locations for in-person medical appointments. Interpretation will include interactions during hospital admissions hospital discharges clinical visits including specialty clinics outpatient surgeries(pre-op and post-op) outpatient diagnostics schools and sometimes emergency room visits.
Follow all Linguava and client protocols described in the Linguava employee handbook and the national standards of practice. This includes but is not limited to: educating patients families and providers on your role as the interpreter. Checking yourself in and out of appointments on time and staying for the full scheduled duration.
Manage an organized schedule and ensure no appointments are missed or double booked
Requirements
Candidates must possess the following skills and attributes:
Certified or Qualified Healthcare Interpreter through the State Of Oregon (OHA)
If not currently qualified we can assist with this process for eligible candidates who fulfill all other requirements.
Demonstrate native or near-native fluency in both Spanish and English
Pass Linguavas Language Evaluation and skills test
Reliable transportation (daily travel required)
Excellent listening communication organizational and customer service skills
Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Preferred Experience:
Medical field experience preferred but not required
Use of bilingual skills in a professional or medical setting preferred but not required
Skills/Abilities:
Ability to work independently
Exceptional communication skills
Must be organized and punctual
Job Type:
1099 - Independent Contractor
Remote options not available
Benefits and Compensation:
Compensation will be measurable with experience credentials and availability.
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Deaf Education
- LAMP Stack
- Medical Terminology
- Smartsheet
- Translation
- Interpretation
- Child Protective Services
- Public Speaking
- Social Work
