English/Portuguese Interpreter, OPI

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September 20

☕ Washington – Remote

Although this job is listed in Washington, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

⏳ Contract/Temporary

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🌎 Translator / Interpreter

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51 - 200 employees

📋 Description

• Provide remote Portuguese↔English interpretation, primarily over-the-phone (OPI). • Bridge communication gaps and provide reliable, unbiased, and empathetic interpretation. • Deliver courteous, accurate, and professional interpretation services. • Interpret medical terminology and healthcare-related conversations as needed. • Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA-compliant communication. • Complete onboarding assessments, live evaluations, background checks, and sign contracting paperwork. • Submit required documentation (resume, certifications, English proficiency PDF).

🎯 Requirements

• Fluency in English and Portuguese. • A dedication to delivering courteous, accurate, and professional interpretation services. • Strong communication and organizational skills. • Prior experience as Over-the-Phone Interpreter (OPI) (preferred, not required). • Achieve a “technical proficiency” rating (level 3 or higher on the ILR scale) on English Proficiency Test. • Successfully pass a live mock interpretation evaluation. • Pass a Medical Terminology Assessment covering medical terms, anatomy, and physiology. • Pass background check and security screening. • Sign an Independent Contractor Agreement and confidentiality commitment (including HIPAA compliance). • Submit resume and any relevant certifications (PDF certificates requested, not screenshots). • Have a dedicated home office space to work remotely. • Have a reliable high-speed internet connection. • Have noise-canceling headphones for clear communication.