Part-Time Medical ASL Interpreter | Growth & Training

National Interpreting Service, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 92,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement account with up to 3% match

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

National Interpreting Service, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time Staff Interpreter specializing in American Sign Language (ASL) to aid communication in medical settings. The role involves interpreting at clinics and hospitals, requiring fluency in ASL and knowledge of medical terminology. Applicants should be certified and possess experience in medical interpreting, contributing to effective healthcare access for Deaf patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years working in medical settings required.
• Familiarity with specialized vocabulary and cultural nuances is favored.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between healthcare professionals and Deaf patients.
• Provide interpretation services at various medical facilities.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in American Sign Language

Understanding of medical terminology

Education

RID Certification (CI/CT, CSC, NIC, NIC-A, NIC-M, NAD V)

Oregon Qualified/Certified Healthcare Interpreter

Job description

Position: Part-Time Staff ASL Interpreter

Classification: Day Rate Non-Exempt

Salary: Daily rate to commensurate with experience, credentials, and work-schedule.

Location: Primarily Seattle, WA (travel outside of Seattle as needed)

Primary Focus: Medical Interpreting, with additional facets as needed.

Essential Duties:

As an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter with our team, you will play a vital role in facilitating effective communication between healthcare professionals and Deaf, DeafBlind and/or hard-of-hearing patients. Your responsibilities will primarily involve providing clear and accurate interpretation at clinics, surgery centers, emergency rooms and major hospitals, allowing for effective and equitable communication access. Additionally, you may be called upon to assist with interpreting in other contexts as needed (i.e. government, higher education, conference, training, workforce, etc.).

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand and respect cultural nuances within the Deaf community to facilitate understanding and build rapport between patients and medical professionals.
• Be prepared to provide interpretation services during emergency situations, such as medical crises or natural disasters.
• Stay updated on advancements in medical terminology, interpretation techniques, and relevant legislation and regulations through continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in accordance with NIS and HIPAA policies and standards.
• Adapt to changes in scheduling and prioritize assignments based on urgency and importance, efficiently managing time within your designated block to accommodate varying demands.
• Provide services outside of normal working hours on an as-needed basis.
• Willing to interpret on-site in medical facilities.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare staff to ensure effective communication and understanding.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and American Sign Language
• RID Certified (CI/CT, CSC, NIC, NIC-A, NIC-M, NAD V)
• Minimum 2 years working in medical settings.
• Familiarity of specialized vocabulary, register, discourse styles, triadic communication, and linguistic and cultural influences which may impact the interaction between consumer and provider.
• Oregon Qualified/Certified Healthcare Interpreter through OHA
• Oregon Supervisory (or Generalist) and Medical Licensed
  
  
  

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years working in high level medical settings.
• CoreCHI-P (or CoreCHI) National Certification
• MS/MA in related field
  
  
  

Benefits:

• Retirement account with up to 3% match from company annually.
• Exclusive opportunities for professional development (including quarterly internal trainings).
• Supportive work environment committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Educational/professional reimbursement annually.
  
  
  

Additional Notes:

• ADA Accommodations provided by request.
• Potential employees must pass drug screen, criminal background check, and reference checks.
  
  
  

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and have the skills and qualifications to excel as an ASL interpreter in the medical field, we want to hear from you!