[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)[![Language Services Associates logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/2a0ea3d8-221.png)](https://jobicy.com/company/language-services-associates.md)[Language Services Associates](https://jobicy.com/company/language-services-associates.md)

# Telephonic Interpreters

Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move.

[Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/language-services-associates.md)ShareRemote from🌐 AnywhereSalaryUndisclosedDepartment[Customer Support & Success](https://jobicy.com/categories/supporting.md)EmploymentContractExperienceOpen levelPublished30 Sep 2026Apply before30 Oct 2026Listing views968Application actions95Application toolkit

## Make your next move.

Prepare your resume, explore your fit, and draft a cover letter for this opportunity.

AI Summary

## The role, at a glance.

Language Services Associates is seeking independently contracted telephonic interpreters to handle on-demand inbound calls for limited-English-proficient customers. Interpreters will facilitate communication across medical, legal, and customer-service settings while following confidentiality and professional-conduct standards. The role requires full fluency in English and a target language, reliable phone and web-based technology, and a quiet private workspace. Professional interpreting experience is preferred, with medical-interpreting training and credentials such as CMI or CCHI considered advantageous.

## Role DNA

A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description.

### Job Complexity

4/5EasyHard

### Pace & Pressure

4/5RelaxedFast-paced

### Autonomy Level

5/5GuidedFull ownership

### Communication Load

5/5IndependentCollaborative

AI insightThis role demands accurate, real-time bilingual interpretation in potentially sensitive medical and legal conversations. Contractors must work independently, maintain confidentiality, and rapidly adapt to varied terminology and call contexts.

## Salary analysis

Estimated compensation compared with the broader US market for similar roles.

Estimated job medianHighly competitive$28US market range$20–$350$39

AI insightNo actual salary or rate is disclosed in the posting. Estimated US market compensation for an experienced remote independent-contractor telephonic interpreter is approximately $20–$35 USD per hour, with a midpoint estimate of $27.50 per hour; actual rates vary by language demand, certification, specialization, call volume, and contractor terms.

## Core skills

Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity.

[Telephonic interpretation](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Telephonic%20interpretation.md)[Bilingual communication](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Bilingual%20communication.md)[Remote interpreting](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Remote%20interpreting.md)[Medical interpreting](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Medical%20interpreting.md)[Legal interpreting](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Legal%20interpreting.md)[Customer service](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Customer%20service.md)[Confidentiality](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Confidentiality.md)[Professional ethics](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Professional%20ethics.md)[Quality assurance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Quality%20assurance.md)[Web-based platforms](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Web-based%20platforms.md)

Sample interview questionsHow do you ensure accuracy when interpreting a fast-paced telephone conversation?I listen for the full meaning before rendering the message, interpret in the first person, and use concise note-taking when appropriate. If a speaker is unclear, speaking too quickly, or using unfamiliar terminology, I professionally request clarification or repetition rather than making assumptions.

How would you handle confidential medical or legal information on a remote call?

I would work from a quiet, secure private location, follow all confidentiality policies, and disclose no information outside the interpreting encounter. I also maintain professional boundaries and follow the applicable interpreter code of conduct throughout the call.

Describe how you remain impartial when a caller becomes emotional or asks for advice.

I acknowledge the communication need by interpreting everything said accurately and completely, without adding opinions or guidance. If asked directly for advice, I explain through interpretation that my role is to facilitate communication, not to provide recommendations.

What steps would you take if you encountered terminology you did not know during an interpretation?

I would ask the speaker to clarify, spell, define, or restate the term when needed. I would not guess; accuracy and transparency are more important than attempting to conceal uncertainty, especially in medical or legal settings.

How do you prepare your remote workspace and technology for on-demand interpreting?

I maintain a reliable phone or VoIP setup, test connectivity and audio quality, and keep my workspace quiet and free from interruptions. I also ensure I can access required web platforms and email securely before accepting calls.

Opportunity details

## About this role.

Overview:

As a member of LSA’s network of Independently Contracted interpreters, you are responsible for handling telephone calls on demand and facilitating language communication for the Limited English Proficient (LEP) community in a variety of settings, including medical, legal, and customer service. Language Services Associates is continuously accepting qualified interpreters and all languages are welcome!

Responsibilities:

· Provide effective telephonic remote interpreting

· Answer inbound calls in a timely manner

· Provide superior customer service

· Adhere to Code of Professional Conduct, including maintaining strict standards of confidentiality

· Adhere to all policies and procedures, including professional interpretation protocols and industry specific best practices

· Complete training(s) and participate in ongoing Quality Assurance monitoring

Qualifications/Experience:

· Full fluency in both English and the target language

· Technology proficient (web-based platforms, email, Microsoft Word)

· Landline, cellphone, or VoIP

· An interpreting space that is quiet, secure, and free from outside noises

· 2+ years of professional interpreting experience preferred

· Industry specific certifications/trainings preferred (CMI, CCHI, etc.)

· Proof of 40+ hour medical interpreting training preferred (ex: Bridging The Gap, Cross-Cultural, etc.)

LSA is passionate about what we do, which is helping people thrive in an increasingly global environment! If interested, please apply and include a copy of your resume, which emphasizes your interpreting experience.

### Compensation

### Additional Information

Show more

[Apply now >](https://jobicy.com/jobs/152109-telephonic-interpreters.md)

>  Annual salary information is not provided for this position. Explore salary ranges for similar roles in our [Salary Directory ›](https://jobicy.com/salaries.md)

*

![Upload CV](data:image/svg+xml;base64,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)

### Upload your resume now

To unlock remote work opportunities and be discovered by global employers.

This job listing has been manually reviewed by the Jobicy Trust & Safety Team for compliance with our posting guidelines, including verification of the company's legitimacy, accuracy of job details, clarity of remote work policy, and absence of misleading or fraudulent content.

Next step

## Apply now.

Follow the employer’s application method and review Jobicy’s safety guidance before sharing personal information.

Keep exploring

## Related remote jobs.

*
![CoderPad logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2022/02/57995875e79f20bb0cd2cadad1b52775.jpeg)
CoderPad Oct 7  New

### [Senior Customer Success Manager](https://jobicy.com/jobs/154774-senior-customer-success-manager-18.md)

CoderPad‘s mission is to create a more inclusive and strong tech community. How? By improving the technical interviewing experience with tools that allow for standardization and consistency, while reducing bias…

*
![CoderPad logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2022/02/57995875e79f20bb0cd2cadad1b52775.jpeg)
CoderPad Oct 7  New

### [Senior Customer Success Manager – bilingual EN/FR](https://jobicy.com/jobs/154778-senior-customer-success-manager-bilingual-en-fr.md)

We are looking for a Senior Customer Success Manager to join our Customer Success team in Ireland (full remote). What does a Senior Customer Success Manager, EMEA at CoderPad do?…

*
![Dandy logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/2321b7db-221-1.jpeg)
Dandy Oct 7  New

### [Account Manager, Practice Success](https://jobicy.com/jobs/154768-account-manager-practice-success.md)

Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $400B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify…

*
![Dandy logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/2321b7db-221-1.jpeg)
Dandy Oct 7  New

### [Clinical Support Expert](https://jobicy.com/jobs/154764-clinical-support-expert.md)

Dandy is transforming the massive and antiquated dental industry—an industry worth over $400B. Backed by some of the world’s leading venture capital firms, we’re on an ambitious mission to simplify…

*
![Tailscale logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/d3fa2e99-221.png)
Tailscale Oct 7  New

### [Customer Reliability Engineer](https://jobicy.com/jobs/152662-customer-reliability-engineer.md)

About Tailscale Tailscale is making safe connection effortless by delivering software that makes it easy to securely interconnect people and their devices, no matter where they are. From hobbyists to…

*
![Tailscale logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/d3fa2e99-221.png)
Tailscale Oct 7  New

### [Forward Deployed Engineer](https://jobicy.com/jobs/152680-forward-deployed-engineer-2.md)

About Tailscale Tailscale is making safe connection effortless by delivering software that makes it easy to securely interconnect people and their devices, no matter where they are. From hobbyists to…

*
![ClickUp logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/cd5be0ef-221.jpg)
ClickUp Oct 7  New

### [Senior Technical Account Manager – Strategic Services](https://jobicy.com/jobs/152647-senior-technical-account-manager-strategic-services.md)

At ClickUp, we’re building the future of work: the first truly converged AI workspace unifying tasks, docs, chat, calendar, and enterprise search, all supercharged by context-driven AI. We are an…

*
![Flex logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/7bfdefe3-221.jpeg)
Flex Oct 7  New

### [Account Manager](https://jobicy.com/jobs/152655-account-manager-4.md)

Flex is building the AI-native private bank for business owners. We’re re-architecting the entire financial system for entrepreneurs—from the first dollar a business earns to how that value compounds, moves,…

*
![ClickUp logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/cd5be0ef-221.jpg)
ClickUp Oct 7  New

### [Automations Engineer, Post Sales Systems](https://jobicy.com/jobs/152650-automations-engineer-post-sales-systems.md)

At ClickUp, we’re building the future of work: the first truly converged AI workspace unifying tasks, docs, chat, calendar, and enterprise search, all supercharged by context-driven AI. We are an…

*
![Binance logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/bc822f38-221.jpg)
Binance Oct 7  New

### [Customer Service Business Process Specialist (Mandarin Speaker)](https://jobicy.com/jobs/146137-customer-service-business-process-specialist-mandarin-speaker.md)

Responsibilities Prepare, review, and update CS-related SOPs, Macros, Announcements, and FAQs to ensure clarity and consistency in service delivery Manage CS enquiries and tickets, ensuring timely resolution while identifying opportunities…

[Browse all jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)