Albanian Onsite Interpreter
Job Title: Albanian Onsite Interpreter
Location: The Bronx, New York
Status: This is an Independent Contractor position
Fluent Language Solutions, a LanguageLine Solutions Company
, is seeking professional interpreters with demonstrated experience and/or verifiable training & certification to serve our growing client base in the healthcare, government services and educational sectors in the
The Bronx, New York market.
This position seeks independent contractors to fill assignments on an as needed basis. Interpreters will travel to the clients’ location to provide interpreting services face-to-face.
Summary of Position
The Onsite Interpreter is responsible for traveling to client sites by appointment, and renders the meaning of conversations in the consecutive mode of interpretation between the target language and English speakers. The interpreter processes information quickly and concisely, recognizes sensitive cultural differences and is professional and courteous at all times. The interpreter uses appropriate terminology and understands common industry procedures and practices. Interpreting assignments may be technical or non-technical in the following fields: healthcare, government services and education.
Location
Assignments will take place at the client locations in the
The Bronx, New York area
. The interpreter must provide their own reliable transportation.
Major Responsibilities
The interpreter must:
Render correct concepts and meanings according to the conventions of established interpretation protocol
Provide clear and accurate renditions with no additions or omissions
Employ good customer service and clear enunciation, pronunciation, pleasant and professional voice as well as polite forms of expression
Follow client’s instructions, manage the flow of the communication and avoid taking over the communication, as well as avoid interaction with the Limited English Speaker (LES) without client’s permission
Understand protocol and terminology in the healthcare industry
Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the assignment at all times
Have access to the Internet or work related electronic communication
Provide clarification and cultural brokering using excellent judgment and skill
Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment
Qualifications
Professional interpreting experience in a medical setting preferred
Fluency in English and target language 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 proficient patient
Excellent listening, retention and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
Knowledge of industry-specific terminology, referencing glossaries and other materials
Ability to concentrate and to stay detached from the conversation, remaining neutral and objective at all times and following client’s instructions closely
Ability to explain idiomatic expressions and cultural nuances to avoid miscommunication
Ability to interpret using consecutive interpreting mode
Education in languages, translation, interpretation or related fields preferred, but not required
OPEN UNTIL FILLED — EEO/AA
Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract.
VEVRAA
Federal Contractor requesting appropriate employment service delivery systems, such as state workforce agencies and local employment delivery systems, to provide priority referrals of protected veterans.
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