Interpreter, American Sign Language - Part Time First Shift

Valley Health System; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Healthy U Wellness Program

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Interpreter to provide American Sign Language interpretation for all medical communications between the care team and patients, families, and visitors. This role supports clear, accurate information exchange to ensure safe, high-quality care within a culturally responsive environment.

Preferred candidates hold NIC credentials and have at least three years of ASL interpretation experience, with the ability to work in a fast-paced hospital

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from RID, required.
• Medical workshops or CCHI certification preferred.
• At least three years’ experience in facilitating American Sign Language.

Responsibilities

• Provide ASL interpretation for patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Interpret accurately during medical appointments, emergency visits, inpatient care, surgeries, and other hospital encounters.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and interpreting standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and staff to support patient communication.
• Coordinate contracted ASL interpreter scheduling.

Skills

ASL interpretation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

About the Employer

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.

Position Details

Department HEALTHCARE INTERPRETERS - 206192. Worker Sub Type: Regular. Work Shift: First Shift (United States of America). Pay Range: $31.54 - $47.30.

Job Description

Provides language assistance by means of American Sign Language or other manual sign systems for all medical communications between Valley Health’s care team and patients, patients' families, and visitors. The interpreter facilitates effective communication to ensure patients receive safe, equitable, and high-quality healthcare. This position contributes to the Valley Health Language and Multicultural Services program by serving hearing impaired or deaf patients and serving as a program advocate and resource.

Essential Duties

Provide ASL interpretation for patients, families, and healthcare providers. Interpret accurately and completely during medical appointments, emergency visits, inpatient care, surgeries, behavioral health services, and other hospital encounters. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional interpreting standards. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare team members to support effective patient communication. Acts as a liaison between staff and patient/visitors to meet their needs. Supports cross-cultural communication throughout the institution by sharing cultural factors influencing health behaviors. Coordinates contracted ASL interpreter scheduling. Performs related duties as required by Manager of Language and Multicultural Services.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Certifications and Licensures

National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), required. Medical workshops or CCHI certification preferred.

Qualifications

At least three years’ experience in facilitating American Sign Language. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and emotionally sensitive healthcare environments.

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.
• In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.

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