Job Description
Work at Home Bilingual English/Spanish Language Phone Interpreter
(English and Spanish)
Job Title: Telephone Interpreter
Location: Work at Home position in Puerto Rico
Position: Contract Position Long Term
Position Overview:
The Telephone Interpreter is responsible for handling calls on demand and renders the
meaning of conversations between required language and English speakers. The interpreter
breaks the communication barrier in a wide range of industries including: Healthcare,
Government, Insurance, Financial, Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, General Business, Law Enforcement, Court, and 911.
The interpreter processes information quickly, concisely and recognizes sensitive
cultural differences. He/She is always professional and courteous . The interpreter uses
appropriate terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. The
calls may involve simple or complex, technical or non-technical subjects. Telephone
interpreters translate verbally.
**This is a remote position. The Interpreter works from his/her home-office. It is essential to ensure a quiet & secure environment.**
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Answer calls promptly and conduct interpretation in a friendly and professional manner.
Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established
interpretation protocol, avoiding omissions or additions.
Speak clearly in both languages using proper pronunciation, enunciation and polite
expressions.
Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the call, at all times.
Remain calm during calls in the event that one of the primary speakers is incoherent or
upset, especially in emergency situations.
Maintain punctuality and availability during scheduled work hours.
Follow client instructions, in compliance with protocol to ensure client expectations are
met with the Limited English-speaking Person, avoiding interaction with the Limited English-speaking Person without clients permission.
Understand protocol and terminology for various industries including, but not limited to,
Medical, Insurance, Finance and Law.
Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
Qualifications
Fluency in the required language Spanish and English and skilled in the associated cultural dynamics.
Ability to provide cultural competency and assess regional and accent differences to find ways of communicating with the Limited English-speaking Person.
Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
during interpretation.
Education or work experience in language-related fields such as teaching, language
assessment, translation or interpretation would be an asset.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Able to work independently.
Able to commit to working a minimum of 37hrs/wkly
Has the aptitude for close attention to detail regarding shift/schedule adherence
Technical Requirements:
iPhone or Android phone
High speed Internet connection for work related electronic communication.
This internet connection should provide download speeds of no less than 5 Mbps and upload speeds of 1 Mbps.
Paper shredder to dispose of handwritten notes taken during calls
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to operate a keyboard and mouse and remain in a stationary position the
majority of the workday.
Must have sufficient manual dexterity to type or write.
May be exposed to moderate noise levels; i.e. computer, audio, telephone
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