Interpreter-ASL

Position Summary

The American Sign Language (ASL) Medical Interpreter provides medical and general interpreting services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients/guests.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High school graduate or GED
• Viable candidates may be requested to successfully complete a medical interpretation sign language competency assessment

Experience

• N/A

License/Registration/Certifications

• Nationally Certified by RID (CI, CT, NIC), NAD (NAD III+), or Certified BEI (Level II+)

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• Associate or Bachelor's degree
• Successful completion of medical terminology and medical interpretation training

Experience

• One-year experience interpreting in a healthcare environment, Preferred

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

• Nationally Certified by RID (CI, CT, NIC), NAD (NAD III+), or Certified BEI (Level II+)

Core Job Responsibilities

• Must be proficient in ASL with strong verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines.
• Collaborates with Dispatcher to ensure that medical interpreter requests are met on a timely basis.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, on an as needed basis.
• Ensures that medical interpreter Code of Ethics is followed during encounters with staff and patients/guests.
• Assists employees to communicate with Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients/guests in culturally and linguistically appropriate styles and behaviors.
• Records & documents medical interpretation activities according to departmental guidelines, noting staff or patient’s concerns & issues related to risk management directives or violations of hospital policies.
• Other duties as assigned