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