Certified (ASL) Interpreter

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates seeks a qualified on-site ASL interpreter for scheduled clinical encounters at the Indian Health Center in Salem, OR. The role ensures clear communication for Deaf or Hard of Hearing patients during routine and specialized medical visits.

Position is PRN / per-appointment with hours during clinic operations. Current RID/NIC certification required, with minimum 2 years’ medical interpreting experience and fluency in ASL and English.

Qualifications

• Certification: RID, NIC, or equivalent (required).
• Minimum 2 years of professional ASL interpreting in medical/clinical settings.
• Fluency in ASL and English (native or near-native).
• Strong understanding of HIPAA, PHI protection, and medical ethics.
• Reliable transportation to Salem, OR and ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial in-person ASL interpretation for scheduled clinical appointments.
• Interpret complex medical terminology, clinical discussions, treatment options, and provider instructions.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient privacy standards.
• Log and confirm assignment schedules with advance notice (72+ hours).
• Provide contingency VRI coverage when in-person interpretation is not feasible.

Skills

ASL interpretation

Bilingual English/ASL

HIPAA compliance

Education

RID/NIC certification

Tools

VRI (Video Remote Interpreting)

Job description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a qualified, certified American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to provide professional on-site interpretation for scheduled clinical encounters at the Indian Health Center in Salem, OR. This position plays a critical role in ensuring clear, accurate communication between healthcare providers and Deaf or Hard of Hearing patients during routine and specialized medical visits.

Place of Performance: Salem, OR (On-site at Chemawa Indian Health Center).

Position Type: PRN / Per-Appointment.

Rate: $60-$65 per hour (2-hour minimum per assignment)

Duties:

• Provide accurate, impartial, and fluent in-person ASL interpretation for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients during scheduled clinical appointments.
• Interpret complex medical terminology, clinical discussions, treatment options, and provider instructions accurately.
• Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines, patient privacy standards, and facility conduct rules.
• Log and confirm accepted assignment schedules with advance notice (typically 72+ hours prior to appointments).
• Provide contingency Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) coverage on occasion when in-person attendance is not feasible.

Work Schedule:

Hours:

• PRN / On-demand during clinic operating hours.
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:0 AM - 5:00 PM.
• Wednesday: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Certification: Current Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), National Interpreter Certification (NIC), or equivalent recognized national certification. (Required).
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional ASL interpreting experience in medical, clinical, or healthcare settings.
• Fluency: Native or near-native fluency in both American Sign Language and English.
• Compliance: Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations, PHI protection, and medical ethics.
• Reliability: Dependable transportation to 3750 Chemawa Road NE, Salem, OR. Must pass background check requirements.