Localization Academy

Mandarin Interpreter

About the job

MANDARIN OPI INTERPRETERS – Remote

Due to our recent expansion, 911 Interpreters is seeking to engage services of Mandarin interpreters for full-time/part-time positions.

Full time hours are up to 40 per week

Part time hours are up to 30 per week

Requirements:

  • Post-secondary education
  • Medical Interpreter Certificate is preferred
  • Medical/Legal/Educational interpretation experience preferred
  • 1 Year of interpretation experience is preferred
  • HIPPA certification preferred

Responsibilities:

  • Translate a question or request clearly and accurately, conveying phrasing and intention as it relates to the subject.
  • Convert dialogue and convey the intent of the original speaker, understanding that many idioms and slang terms do not translate exactly between languages.
  • Assimilating words quickly, including jargons and acronyms
  • Building up specialized vocabulary banks
  • Writing notes to aid memory
  • Preparing and submitting assignment reports

Skills:

  • an excellent command of English language
  • A good memory and the ability to learn fast
  • Ability to closely follow client’s instructions
  • Skills to interact well with people and work as part of a team
  • Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality on the matters you are interpreting
  • Flexibility to deal calmly with unexpected and difficult situations
  • Reliability, dedication and commitment to providing superior customer service

Other Requirements:

  • Quiet Work Station
  • Headset with a microphone

Other languages we are currently hiring for:

  • Cantonese

Students and persons with disabilities are welcome to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only qualified applicants who meet our requirements will be contacted for an interview.

  • Industry – Translation & Localization

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