Spanish Video Interpreter

Description

Summary: The Spanish Medical VRI provides effective video and audio interpreting sessions for limited English proficient communities and practitioners across various industries. Highlights: 1. Handle on-demand audio and video calls to serve LEP communities 2. Commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment 3. Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting **Spanish** **Video Remote Interpreter (VRI)** **Job Title:** Spanish Interpreter **Location:** Remote, work from home in Mexico **Job Type:** Independent Contractor **Position Overview:** The Spanish Medical VRI is responsible for handling on demand audio and video calls to serve our limited English proficient (LEP) community and practitioners in a variety of industries such as Healthcare, Government, Community, Education etc. **Job Functions** * Provide effective video and audio interpreting sessions in a professional manner. * Capture company provided data during interpreting session when required. * Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing technologies. * 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. * Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the video and audio sessions. * 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 (Spanish to English and vice\-a\-versa). * Excellent listening, retention, and note\-taking 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). * HIPAA compliant work environment and setting. * 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). **Technical Requirements** * High speed internet connection, cable or fiber optic services preferred. * HIPAA compliant workspace, with 4 walls and a door that locks. * Computer must have a direct connection into the modem. * Home office must have a blue or green backdrop. * Workspace must be quiet, distraction free from people, pets or outside noise.