Cantonese consecutive Interpreter
Summary
Provide consecutive Cantonese-to-English phone interpretation for meetings and calls, ensuring accurate, confidential communication per healthcare interpreting standards.
Location: Remote
Job Type: Independent Contractor
A Reviver consecutive, over-the-phone interpreter plays a crucial role in facilitating effective communication between those who speak different languages. Consecutive interpreters work by listening to a speaker in one language and then rendering their speech in another language after a brief pause.
As a consecutive interpreter, you will bridge language gaps, ensuring clarity and understanding in various over-the-phone situations.
Responsibilities:
- Provide consecutive interpretation services during phone calls, meetings, conferences, interviews, and more.
- Listen carefully to the speaker in the source language and convey the message accurately in the target language.
- Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and cultural sensitivity throughout the interpretation process.
- Respect HIPAA and comply with Reviver's protocol, policies, and industry best practices as required by Reviver's clients.
Requirements:
- 3+ year of experience or 3000 hours of active interpretation.
- Proficiency in at least two languages (source and target languages).
- Proof of English language proficiency with a "technical proficiency" on the national ILR rating or equivalent.
- Completion of Mock Call assessment with passing score.
- Updated Resume that shows relevant interpretation experience.
- Criminal background check in English.
- Technical infrastructure to support interpretation assignments (Headset-Stable internet laptop)
Reviver evaluation process adheres to the interpreting standards established by:
- International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA)
- The National Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI)
- National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC)