American Sign Language Interpreter

Baystate Interpreters; Rhode Island; Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive per diem pay

Flexible scheduling

Professional growth in medical/legal/|

Job summary

Baystate Interpreters, Inc. seeks RID certified and Rhode Island licensed American Sign Language interpreters to join as 1099 independent contractors across the Northeast region.

The role covers onsite and virtual interpreting in education, medical, legal, and community settings, with per diem pay and opportunities to build expertise in medical, legal, and educational interpretation. Ideal candidates are flexible, reliable, and dedicated to accuracy, confidentiality, and cultural competence.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL).
• RID Certification and RI Interpreter of the Deaf License required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. as a 1099 contractor.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate onsite and virtual interpretation between ASL and English.
• Follow Baystate Interpreters, Inc. policies and interpreter protocols.
• Uphold ethics standards and confidentiality across assignments.
• Establish professional interactions with patients, clients, and staff.
• Improve specialized vocabulary in medical, legal, and community contexts.
• Demonstrate punctuality, preparedness, and adaptability for various settings.

Skills

ASL fluency

English proficiency

HIPAA compliance

Education

RID Certification

Rhode Island Interpreter of the Deaf License

Job description

Onsite and Remote Interpreter (Independent Contractor)

Baystate Interpreters, Inc. is seeking dedicated and professional RID CERTIFIED and State of Rhode Island certified American Sign Language interpreters to join our team as 1099 independent contractors throughout the North East region. In this vital role, you will facilitate communication through onsite and virtual interpreting in various settings, enabling effective interactions in education, medical, legal, and community environments.

Our ideal candidates are flexible, reliable, and possess a keen understanding of the cultural nuances involved in interpreting. This position offers competitive per diem rates and the opportunity to broaden your skill set, particularly in specialized fields such as medical, legal, and educational interpretation.

About Us

At Baystate Interpreters, Inc., we are bridging communication gaps by offering precise and dependable language services anytime, anywhere through innovative solutions.

Founded in 2001, Baystate Interpreters, Inc. provides essential interpreting and translation services that improve the lives of the communities we serve. We accomplish this by ensuring comprehensive language access in over 350 languages, serving more than 2,200 clients with a diverse, highly skilled team and a network of experienced contract interpreters.

Excellence in interpretation is key to our collective success, and it is achieved by partnering with the most skilled and highly qualified interpreters in the industry. Our commitment to quality and interpreter training can help you jumpstart your career as an interpreter today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all Baystate Interpreters, Inc. policies related to information security and confidentiality including but not limited to HIPAA, FERPA, GLBA, and other relevant regulatory requirements.

• Provide accurate onsite and virtual interpretation between ASL and English.

• Follow interpreter protocols and procedures as required by Baystate Interpreters, Inc. and respective clients.

• Follow all interpreter ethics standards, including those set by the IMIA (International Medical Interpreters Association), the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC), the American Translators Association (ATA), the National Association of Judiciary Interpreters and Translators (NAJIT), and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Uphold principles of confidentiality, accuracy, impartiality, professionalism, and cultural competence in every assignment.

• Establish and maintain positive, professional interactions with patients, customers, healthcare providers, and clinical staff.

• Continuously improve specialized vocabulary and subject matter knowledge (e.g., medical, legal, social services) to meet client needs.

• Demonstrate professionalism, neutrality, and confidentiality throughout the interpretation process.

• Provide high-quality interpretation, ensuring no omissions or additions, while adhering to established industry standards.

• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and customer service while assisting clients during sensitive interactions.

• Effectively manage assignments, demonstrating punctuality, preparedness, and adaptability to meet various client needs and settings.

• Qualifications:

• Must be fluent in American Sign Language and hold current RID Certification.

• Must hold current State of Rhode Island Interpreter of the Deaf License

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S under a 1099 contract without sponsorship.

• Must reside in the North East region of the USA (EST Time Zone ONLY).

• Strong communication skills and a composed demeanor in challenging situations.

• Flexibility and reliability to meet the demands of per diem assignments.

• Excellent retention and information-processing skills for accurate interpretation.

• Familiarity with HIPAA and confidentiality regulations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Flexible scheduling: Accept assignments that fit your availability.
• Professional growth: Opportunities to gain experience in medical, legal, and community interpretation.