Coordinates the vending of professional translation and review services in one or more languages (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese) Assists in completing and/or responding to ...
Coordinates the vending of professional translation and review services in one or more languages (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese) Assists in completing and/or responding to ...
Program Specialist (Coordinator)
Orange, CA · On-site
Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, or Russian. Required Skills: Project coordination and vendor management. Translation and interpreter service coordination. Regulatory compliance ...
Program Specialist (Coordinator)
Orange, CA · On-site
Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, or Russian. Required Skills: Project coordination and vendor management. Translation and interpreter service coordination. Regulatory compliance ...
On-Site Interpreter, Multiple Languages
San Bernardino, CA · Remote
$70K/yr
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
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On-Site Interpreter, Multiple Languages
San Bernardino, CA · Remote
$70K/yr
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
On-Site Interpreter, Multiple Languages
San Bernardino, CA · Remote
$70K/yr
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
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On-Site Interpreter, Multiple Languages
San Bernardino, CA · Remote
$70K/yr
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
On-Site Interpreter, Multiple Languages
San Bernardino, CA · On-site
$70K/yr
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
On-Site Interpreter, Multiple Languages
San Bernardino, CA · On-site
$70K/yr
Services that we offer include translation, interpretation, localization, transcription, monitoring ... Korean, Laotian, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Sign Language (non ASL), Tagalog, Thai, Tigrinya ...
Z TEMP - Program Specialist (Coordinator)
Orange, CA · On-site
$26 - $35/wk
Coordinates incoming language translation and/or reviews requests of CalOptima Health member ... Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese). Required Licensure / Certifications: * N/A Knowledge ...
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Z TEMP - Program Specialist (Coordinator)
Orange, CA · On-site
$26 - $35/wk
Coordinates incoming language translation and/or reviews requests of CalOptima Health member ... Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese). Required Licensure / Certifications: * N/A Knowledge ...
Temporary Elections Assistant - Bilingual - November 3, 2026, Statewide General Election
Riverside, CA · On-site
$20/hr
... translation is correct from English to: Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese Cantonese, Hmong, Japanese, or Thai. * Strong customer service skills are required. * Strong bilingual skills in reading, writing ...
Temporary Elections Assistant - Bilingual - November 3, 2026, Statewide General Election
Riverside, CA · On-site
$20/hr
... translation is correct from English to: Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese Cantonese, Hmong, Japanese, or Thai. * Strong customer service skills are required. * Strong bilingual skills in reading, writing ...
... translation is correct from English to: Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese Cantonese, Hmong, Japanese, or Thai. Strong customer service skills are required. Strong bilingual skills in reading, writing ...
... translation is correct from English to: Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese Cantonese, Hmong, Japanese, or Thai. Strong customer service skills are required. Strong bilingual skills in reading, writing ...
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What is the difference between Korean Translator vs Korean Interpreter?
| Aspect | Korean Translator | Korean Interpreter |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Language proficiency, translation certifications (e.g., ATA) | Language proficiency, interpretation certifications (e.g., CI, CMI) |
| Work Environment | Office, home, or remote for document translation | Conferences, meetings, live events |
| Industry Usage | Publishing, legal, business, technical documents | Conferences, diplomatic events, legal proceedings |
| Search/Comparison Intent | Written translation services | Real-time oral communication |
While both Korean Translators and Korean Interpreters work with Korean language, translators focus on written documents, whereas interpreters facilitate spoken communication in real-time settings. Their skills, certifications, and work environments differ accordingly, catering to distinct industry needs.
What are some common challenges faced by Korean translators when working on technical documents?
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Korean translator, and why are they important?
What is a Korean translator?
What does a Korean translator do?
A Korean translator’s responsibilities are to translate verbal or written communication from Korean into English or another language or translate a language into Korean. As a Korean translator, you may work in a variety of fields, including book publishing, academia, news and media, legal services, politics, or healthcare. Your specific duties may require you to have specialized skills. For example, working as a translator for the United Nations may require you to be able to translate simultaneously, while translating poetry may require creative writing knowledge.
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Job description
Company Overview: Our client is a leading healthcare located in Orange, CA, seeking a highly motivated and experienced program specialist coordinating the compliance with cultural and linguistic (C&L) state and federal regulatory requirements. Position Summary: The successful candidate must have at least 2 years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting and be bilingual. Work Duration: Up to 6 months Work type: On-site Position Responsibilities: Coordinates incoming language translation and/or reviews requests of CalOptima Health member materials.
Interacts directly with members and providers to coordinate and book face-to-face interpreter requests with contracted interpreting vendors. Coordinates the timely vending and completion of Alternative Format material, such as Braille, Audio and Large Print, with contracted vendors. Coordinates the vending of professional translation and review services in one or more languages (Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, and Vietnamese) Assists in completing and/or responding to regulatory agency reports (Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), etc.), surveys, audits and evaluations regarding the client's C&L program
Reviews, researches and responds to member grievances related to contracted vendor issues. Administrative Support Processes vendor invoices for translation and interpreter services timely and accurately. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets regulations and internal/external policies and procedures related to cultural and linguistic services.
Processes vendor invoices for translation and interpreter services timely and accurately. Reviews, analyzes, and interprets regulations and internal/external policies and procedures related to cultural and linguistic services. Complete additional assignments and projects as assigned.
Experience & Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree in a health care related field or cultural and linguistic studies strongly preferred. 2 years of experience in project coordination, translations or interpreting services required.
2 years of experience in health maintenance organization (HMO), Medicare, Medi Cal/Medicaid and health services. 1 year of experience with a health plan or working with culturally diverse populations strong preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above may also be qualifying.
Bilingual in English and one of Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, or Vietnamese. Professional education in project management, translation, interpretation or cultural competency training preferred. Experience in managed care and/or government programs preferred.
Necessary Attributes: Establish effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrate independent judgment and decision-making skills. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Flexible schedule availability for evening and weekend events. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and job-specific applications/systems.
Please see HR for information on physical demands and work environment of this job. Sunshine Enterprise USA is an "Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities, Females, Veterans and Disabled Persons"