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Job Description: Mandarin Medical Interpreter (Remote – Ontario, Canada)
Company: Kelly

At Kelly, meaningful work is impactful and rewarding. If you are compassionate, detail-oriented, and motivated to bridge language barriers, this opportunity is for you. We are hiring Mandarin Medical Interpreters for current openings to support critical communication needs across Canada via audio (OPI) and video (VRI) platforms.

Role Overview

As an interpreter supporting healthcare providers, emergency services, and public service organizations, you may be assigned calls involving sensitive, emotional, or potentially distressing subject matter, such as medical emergencies, violence, criminal matters, or other challenging situations. Due to the nature of this role, some calls may require extended engagement or occur during periods of high call volume. Interpreters are expected to maintain professionalism, composure, accuracy, and confidentiality at all times, delivering services in accordance with company standards and ethical guidelines.

Why Join Kelly

• Competitive Pay: $23/hr upon successful training completion
• Paid Training: Three weeks of structured, professional training
• Candidate must be located in Ontario
• Purpose-Driven Role: Every call supports patients, families, and professionals
• Vacation & Holiday Pay: Promoting work-life balance
• Inclusive Culture: Diverse, collaborative environment

Key Responsibilities

• Provide real-time interpretation between English and Mandarin speakers
• Facilitate communication in healthcare, insurance, legal, and financial settings
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and cultural sensitivity on every call
• Deliver interpretation via audio and video platforms
• Participate in training, quality monitoring, and performance improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Fluency in English and Mandarin (speaking & comprehension)
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in Canada
• Quiet, distraction-free workspace
• Strong listening skills, emotional intelligence, and composure
• Commitment to three weeks of full-time paid training

VRI/Hybrid Readiness & Performance Expectations

• Dedicated personal device for business purposes. Desktop / Laptop/ Tablets are acceptable.
• Functional camera with proper lighting for video calls.
• Strong, reliable high-speed Wi-Fi (speed test may be required)
• Professional noise cancellation headset (required or willingness to purchase)
• Demonstrate punctuality, consistency, and accountability.

Next Steps

1. Submit your application
2. Shortlisted candidates contacted for the selection process
3. Selected candidates start paid online training
4. Profile remains in Kelly’s national talent network for future opportunities

Make a difference. Join Kelly as a Mandarin Medical Interpreter and help ensure every voice is heard

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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