Posted 5 days ago
Karen Medical Remote Interpreter
@ Kelly Services
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Kelly Services is hiring a full-time remote Karen medical interpreter across Canada, working by audio (OPI) and video (VRI) platforms. The role interprets in real time between English and Karen for healthcare, emergency, insurance, legal and financial settings, with paid training and a pay rate of $18.50 per hour after training. Candidates must live in AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, PEI or SK.
Pay:
$18.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Real-time interpretation between English and Karen
- Interpretation in healthcare, insurance, legal and financial settings
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Deliver interpretation via audio and video platforms
- Participate in training and quality monitoring
Requirements summary:
- Fluency in English and Karen
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum 18 years old, legally authorized to work in Canada
- Quiet, distraction-free workspace
- Dedicated device, functional camera and high-speed Wi-Fi
- Professional noise-cancelling headset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · careerpage
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Home |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Paid training |
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Kelly Services
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| Open jobs on Jobsy | 102 |
Job Description: Karen Medical Interpreter (Remote –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 Karen 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: $18.50 per hour upon successful completion of training.
- Paid Training: Three weeks of structured, professional training
- Candidate must be based in any of these provinces: AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, PEI, and SK, Canada
- 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 Karen 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 Karen (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
- Submit your application
- Shortlisted candidates contacted for the selection process
- Selected candidates start paid online training
- Profile remains in Kelly’s national talent network for future opportunities
Make a difference. Join Kelly as a Karen Medical Interpreter and help ensure every voice is heard.
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