American Sign Language Interpreter/Translator

VitalCore Health Strategies; Hopkinton (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is looking for an ASL Interpreter/Translator primarily to work at our sites in Bridgewater, MA, with potential work across Massachusetts. This essential role requires fluency in American Sign Language and involves translating speech and written communications accurately.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and must complete a Medical Interpreter Training Course. Join us to promote a positive work environment and provide quality services to our clients.

Qualifications

• Fluency in and thorough understanding of the primary language(s) being translated.
• Completion of a Medical Interpreter Training Course from a well-regarded institution.
• Three years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate oral speech and written text in various contexts.
• Facilitate effective communication among various parties.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional codes.

Skills

Fluency in primary languages

Excellent listening skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Medical Interpreter Training Course

Job description

Join the VitalCore Health Strategies Team in Massachusetts! We’re people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has a PRNopening for an American Sign Language Interpreter/Translator!

• This position would primarily work at our sites in Bridgewater, MA but could work at any of our sites across the state of Massachusetts. Our sites are located in Gardner, Lancaster, Shirley, Framingham, Concord, Norfolk, Bridgewater, and Roslindale.

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

ASL INTERPRETER/TRANSLATOR SUMMARY

The Interpreter/Translator is responsible for converting oral speech and written text from one language to another in a variety of contexts.

ASL INTERPRETER/TRANSLATOR FUNCTIONS

• Carefully listens to or reads content including jargon and acronyms in the original language.
• Understands and analyzes what is being said or written, and effectively and accurately translates the message, intent, and nuances being communicated.
• Reproduces statements or questions in the desired output language.
• Facilitates effective communication among individuals, companies, courts, schools, or other interested parties.
• Provides simultaneous interpretation (SI) or consecutive interpretation (CI) depending on the desired outcome.
• Uses equipment such as microphones or headsets to ensure precise and timely translations or interpretations.
• Gathers, develops, and maintains lists of terminology and information that may be used in technical translations such as legal or medical materials.
• Protects the confidentiality of information and adheres to any related ethical or professional codes.
• Appropriately understand and respond to culturally sensitive situations, perspectives, and phrases.
• Demonstrate excellent listening skills and auditory recall to remember spoken words and to accurately reproduce them in the desired language.
• Demonstrates proficiency in all company software required for the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

ASL INTERPRETER/TRANSLATOR MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Fluency in and thorough understanding of the primary language(s) being translated.
• Completion of a Medical Interpreter Training Course from a well‑regarded institution.
• Bachelors degree and three years of related experience preferred.
• Must maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including general liability insurance and will need to provide a current Certification of Insurance at hire. If candidate does not maintain their own insurance, they may be enrolled in VitalCore's insurance.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.