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02 Oct Where can you be hired as a medical translator / medical interpreter?

Have you finished your translation and interpreting degree? And what about a medical translation specialisation course or master? If so, now probably the job searching is your new way. You might be a bit confused about how to surf on this world; but do not worry because here is a list of ideas for starting looking for a job.

Medical translation agencies

There are thousands of medical translation agencies all over the world, such as Okomeds. A medical translation agency may provide you regular tasks if you work properly.

Pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceuticals constantly release new drugs to the markets, so there is a lot of information to be translated. It means that a medical translator would work with leaflets, drug brochures, medical tests or analysis. So, the presence of a medical translator in a pharmaceutical will always be needed.

Health organisations

Any health organisation schedules many lectures – so a medical interpreter is required – and publishes thousands of reports – so a medical translator is needed. The presence of such profiles is key for easing communication both within and out the organisation.

Medical centres

Contact medical centres – both public or private – as they may need a medical translator or medical interpreter when coming foreign people who does not speak fluently the official language of the country. Specially in neighbourhoods of big metropolis where many immigrants live or coastline areas full of tourists during high season.

Others

There are many other options that you may consider in your job searching as a medical translator or medical interpreter. For example a nutrition clinic, a veterinary clinic or a dental clinic; these always have documents to be translated. Besides, you can apply for researching institutions or laboratories too.

Bonus

There are many other sectors that, although not working directly in the health sector, may need a medical translation from time to time. For example a travel agency (when sending travellers abroad) or a sport club (when signing up new sportsmen, doing medical examinations or playing matches in a foreign country). Just use your imagination for widening your job opportunities.