Polish Russian Video Interpreter

Job Title: Polish, Russian Interpreter

Location: Remote, work from home in Poland

Job Type: Independent Contractor

Position Overview: The Polish, Russian Medical VRI is responsible for handling on‑demand audio and video calls to serve our Limited English Proficient (LEP) community and practitioners in a variety of industries such as healthcare, government, community, and education.

Job Functions:

• Provide effective video and audio interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Capture company‑provided data during interpreting sessions when required.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly to new and changing technologies.
• Adhere to interpreter‑ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting contexts.
• 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.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the video and audio sessions.
• 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 in both source and target languages (Polish, Russian, and English) with strong verbal communication skills.
• Excellent listening, retention, and note‑taking 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, and NCIHC).
• HIPAA‑compliant work environment and setting.
• 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 (e.g., ALTA, MITS, Bridging the Gap, MiTio, Cross‑Cultural training, 40‑hour accredited medical courses).

Technical Requirements:

• High‑speed internet connection; cable or fiber‑optic services preferred.
• HIPAA‑compliant workspace with a minimum of four walls and a lockable door.
• Computer must have a direct connection to the modem.
• Home office must have a blue or green backdrop.
• Workspace must be quiet and free from interruptions (people, pets, or outside noise).