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Universal Language Service, Inc.

Russian In-Person Interpreter

Universal Language Service, Inc., Anacortes, Washington, United States, 98221

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Russian In-Person Interpreter (IPI) Job Title:

Russian Interpreter

Location:

Anacortes, onsite servicing Skagit County

Job Type:

Independent Contractor

Position Overview:

The Russian In-Person Interpreter is responsible for facilitating onsite communication for limited English proficient community and practitioners that serve them in a variety of settings. This contract position is flexible and offers the opportunity to expand your interpreting business with access to many sessions per day.

Responsibilities

Provide effective onsite interpreting sessions in a professional manner.

Always exhibit professional appearance and behavior, including punctuality and preparedness for sessions.

Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing situations.

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 LEP clients, culture, dialect, and beliefs and preferences.

Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.

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 (Russian to English and vice versa).

Excellent listening and retention skills to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.

Successful completion of a proficiency assessment or national certification.

Extensive knowledge of code of ethics and standards of practice (IMIA, NBCMI, NCIHC).

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 (ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross-Cultural training, 40-hour accredited medical courses).

EEO Statement No employer discrimination on the basis of any EEO protected class.

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