Remote Korean Interpreter
- Remote, Canada
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Job details
- Job type
- Contract
- Workplace
- Remote
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 1 year of interpretation experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Are you a skilled Korean interpreter looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity? We are seeking talented individuals proficient in Korean and English to join our team of international interpreters. If you have a passion for languages and a commitment to providing excellent service, we want to hear from you! This is a fully remote position.
As a remote interpreter, you play a significant role in facilitating communication between Korean and English speakers. The interpreter needs to be able to process information quickly and accurately in a professional manner. It is essential to ensure a quiet and secure environment. Notepads, writing utensils, glossaries, and dictionaries are useful tools.
Candidate Qualifications:
- Fluency in English and Korean
- Minimum 1 year of interpretation experience
- Excellent listening, retention, and note-taking skills to maintain a high level of accuracy
- Ability to render correct concepts and meanings according to established interpretation protocols, avoiding omissions or additions
- Ability to explain certain cultural concepts to avoid miscommunication, with permission or at the request of the client
Technical Requirements:
- 90% English proficiency
- Steady wired internet connection
- USB wired headset
- Windows 10 or Mac
What we offer you:
- Fully remote - work from your home office
- Full-time contractor position
- Immediate availability to start after onboarding
- Monthly payments
Your responsibilities:
- Answer calls professionally, acting according to the interpreter’s code of conduct
- Be familiar with industry-specific vocabulary (especially healthcare and medical terminology)
- Participate in internal professional training
- Communicate and report to your team leader
*Based on your location, language testing and background check may be required.
Join us and become part of a dynamic team that values your skills. Apply today and start making a difference in the world of interpretation!
More about this job
Responsibilities
The interpreter will facilitate communication between Korean and English speakers while adhering to professional codes of conduct. Responsibilities include processing information accurately, maintaining industry-specific vocabulary, and participating in internal training.
Requirements
Candidates must possess fluency in both English and Korean with at least one year of interpretation experience. Technical requirements include a steady wired internet connection, a USB wired headset, and a computer running Windows 10 or Mac.
Skills
- Korean interpretation
- English proficiency
- Listening
- Retention
- Note-taking
- Medical terminology
- Healthcare terminology
- Communication
- Cultural mediation
- Professionalism
Benefits
- Fully remote work
- Flexible opportunity
Remote locations
- North York, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Remote locations (standardized)
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Customer Service & Support
- Healthcare
- Administrative
Keywords
- Interpreter
- Korean
- English
- Remote
- Interpretation protocols
- Healthcare terminology
- Medical terminology
- Communication
- Cultural concepts
- Windows 10
- Mac
- Wired headset
- Internet connection
- Contractor
- Professional training