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How much do remote opi jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote opi in Portland, OR is $35.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.12 and $37.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote OPI?

A Remote OPI, or Remote Over-the-Phone Interpreter, is a professional who provides interpretation services via telephone for individuals who do not share a common language. These interpreters work from remote locations, connecting clients, such as hospitals, government agencies, or businesses, with people who need language assistance. Remote OPIs are skilled in accurately and confidentially conveying spoken information between parties in real time. This job allows interpreters to work from home or any location with a reliable phone or internet connection. Their work is essential in facilitating communication across languages, especially in urgent or confidential situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote OPI?

To excel as a Remote Operations Specialist, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a relevant technical degree or experience in operations management are essential. Familiarity with remote monitoring systems, SCADA platforms, and relevant certifications like OSHA or ITIL are typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability help professionals collaborate effectively across distributed teams and respond to real-time challenges. These skills are critical to ensuring operational efficiency, quick issue resolution, and seamless coordination in remote environments.

How does a Remote OPI professional typically collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure patient safety and data accuracy?

As a Remote Opi (Outpatient Insurance Processor), you will regularly coordinate with healthcare providers, billing departments, and insurance companies to verify patient information and resolve discrepancies. Effective communication via email, secure messaging, and video calls is essential to clarify documentation, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain accurate patient records. Although you work remotely, you are an integral part of the team and often participate in virtual meetings to discuss updates, address challenges, and streamline workflows for timely claims processing.

What is the difference between Remote Opi vs Remote Data Analyst?

AspectRemote OpiRemote Data Analyst
Required CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with some roles needing specific certificationsBachelor's degree in data science, statistics, or related field; certifications like SQL or Python often preferred
Work EnvironmentPrimarily remote, often with flexible hours, working independently or in small teamsRemote or hybrid, working with data teams, often in collaborative settings
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in customer service, technical support, or data entry within various industriesCommon in finance, healthcare, marketing, and tech industries for data analysis tasks

Remote Opi and Remote Data Analyst roles share remote work environments but differ in required skills and industry focus. Remote Data Analysts typically need more technical credentials and work with data-driven projects, while Remote Opi roles may focus more on customer or technical support tasks.

Infographic showing various Remote Opi job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 21% Temporary, and 33% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,201 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

Medical Interpreters - On-Site (Oregon)

Piedmont Global

Beavercreek, OR • On-site, Remote

$50 - $70/hr

Contractor

Posted 27 days ago


Job description

Piedmont Global is a Strategic Globalization Organization (SGO) helping organizations communicate with intelligence, operate with cultural fluency, and connect effectively across communities and markets. We are expanding our network of healthcare-qualified and certified professional interpreters throughout Oregon to provide English ↔ Spoken Language interpreting services across On-Site (OSI), Video Remote (VRI), and Over-the-Phone (OPI) settings.We welcome interpreters in all languages. Interpreters in high-demand languages, including Somali, Spanish, Russian, Cantonese, and Mandarin, as well as all OHA Qualified and OHA Certified interpreters, are strongly encouraged to apply.

These are 1099 Independent Contractor opportunities. Assignments may be offered on-site, via VRI, or over the phone based on client needs, interpreter qualifications, location, and availability.

Interpreter Functions
  • Provide clear, accurate, and complete interpretation without additions, omissions, or alterations.
  • Interpret conversations involving individuals with diverse accents, speaking styles, tempos, and communication needs.
  • Accurately convey meaning, intent, tone, and context between the source and target languages.
  • Provide sight translation of written materials when appropriate.
  • Communicate any circumstances that may affect the quality or accuracy of an interpretation.
  • Follow applicable professional standards, ethics, confidentiality, and client-specific requirements.





Requirements

For Medical Interpreting Assignments

  • Completion of a recognized 40-hour medical interpreter training program or equivalent.

  • Current OHA Qualified or OHA Certified Interpreter credential required.

  • At least two years of interpreting experience in a healthcare setting, whether paid or volunteer.

  • Professional proficiency in English and the target language(s).

  • Two relevant professional references, or one professional reference and one relevant letter of recommendation.


Remote Assignment Requirements

For VRI and OPI assignments, interpreters should have:

  • A laptop or desktop computer with at least 4 GB of RAM.

  • Reliable high-speed internet access.

  • A mobile phone is available as a backup device.

  • A wired headset compatible with the computer or phone.

  • A quiet, private workspace suitable for confidential interpreting assignments.


Preferred Qualifications

The following are preferred but not required for all assignments:

  • Degree in interpretation, linguistics, languages, or a related field.

  • Professional interpreter training of 40 hours or more.

  • Relevant interpreting certifications or credentials.

  • Previous language assessment or proficiency testing.

Candidates are encouraged to provide copies of applicable certifications, training certificates, diplomas, or language assessment results.



Benefits

Benefits

As an independent language professional with Piedmont Global, you can:

  • Be considered for assignments that align with your language, location, qualifications, and availability.

  • Access both on-site and remote interpreting opportunities as client needs arise.

  • Build experience supporting a variety of organizations and communities.

  • Join an established language network supporting 200+ languages and regional dialects.

Ready to Connect With Us?

Complete our pre-screening questionnaire and submit a current résumé for consideration.

If available, please also provide relevant interpreting certifications, training certificates, diplomas, or language assessment results.

Questions?
Contact our Recruiting Team at recruiting@piedmontglobal.com