Ohio Translation Services, LLC is a translation and interpreting business designed to help organizations bridge the language and cultural gap between their staff and their limited English-speaking clients and patients. We are currently seeking independent contractor interpreters for placement in the Columbus, Ohio area. As an interpreter, you choose which appointments you wish to take, as many or as few as you like. Our rates are based on your qualifications and experience.
Minimum/General Experience
- Must have native or near-native fluency in English and in a second language (Ukrainian, Portuguese, Somali, Telugu, Swahili, Indonesian)
- Excellent verbal and communication skills
- Oral Fluency & Expression—ability to construct connected oral discourse in English and target language that effectively communicates a message
- Must have interpretation experience
- Have solid legal and medical bilingual vocabulary.
Requirements prior to induction:
- Pass language proficiency test in both English and 2nd language
- Complete New Interpreter Orientation/beginning Medical/legal interpreter Training
- Pass a Background check
- Authorization to work in the US
- Have reliable transportation
- Have access to a computer, internet and cell phone
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Consecutive mode of interpretation required for assignments (not paraphrasing) (simultaneous preferred)
- All interpreters provide on-site/virtual interpreting services in a medical, social service or legal/business arena. All interpreters are responsible for their own travel to and from the appointments.
- Interpreters will render a complete and accurate interpretation or sight translation by reproducing in the target language the closest natural equivalent of the source language message, without altering, omitting, or adding anything to the meaning of what is stated or written, and without explanation.
- Interpreter will maintain and improve his/her interpreting skills through professional training or education in the interpretation field.
- Be dependable and professional
- Neat and professional appearance
Preferred Minimum Educational requirement:
- Bachelor’s Degree is preferred in any discipline but not required
Contract Length:
Contract Renewal:
Typical end time:
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This Job Is:
- A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
- Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Schedule:
Experience:
- translating and/or interpreting: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- any language indicated. Please indicate (Required)
Work Location: In person
