Position Overview: The American Sign Language (ASL) Medical interpreter is responsible for handling remote interpreting sessions to serve our deaf and hard of hearing community and practitioners in a variety of industries such as Healthcare, Government, Community, Education etc. This is a W2 position with a flexible schedule that pays up to $35/hour.
Job Functions
- Provide effective interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
- Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
- Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
- Respect for and understanding of our deaf and hard of hearing clients, culture and preferences.
- Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
- Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the sessions.
- Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.
Qualifications
- Interpreter must possess fluent American Sign Language and spoken English language skills.
- Excellent listening and retention to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
- Extensive knowledge RID Code of Professional Conduct
- Must possess one of the CI/CT, NAD IV or above, NIC, BEI national certifications
- HIPAA compliant work environment and setting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate or Bachelor degree in Sign Language preferred but not required