About this role
Job Requirements Position Summary The American Sign Language (ASL) Medical Interpreter provides medical and general interpreting services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients/guests. Minimum Requirements Education
• High school graduate or GED • Viable candidates may be requested to successfully complete a medical interpretation sign language competency assessment Experience
• N/A License/Registration/Certifications
• Nationally Certified by RID (CI, CT, NIC), NAD (NAD III+), or Certified BEI (Level II+) Preferred Requirements Preferred Education
• Associate or Bachelor's degree • Successful completion of medical terminology and medical interpretation training Experience
• One-year experience interpreting in a healthcare environment, Preferred Preferred License/Registration/Certifications
• Nationally Certified by RID (CI, CT, NIC), NAD (NAD III+), or Certified BEI (Level II+) Core Job Responsibilities
• Must be proficient in ASL with strong verbal and written skills. • Must be able to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines. • Collaborates with Dispatcher to ensure that medical interpreter requests are met on a timely basis. • Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy. • Must be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, on an as needed basis. • Ensures that medical interpreter Code of Ethics is followed during encounters with staff and patients/guests. • Assists employees to communicate with Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients/guests in culturally and linguistically appropriate styles and behaviors. • Records & documents medical interpretation activities according to departmental guidelines, noting staff or patient’s concerns & issues related to risk management directives or violations of hospital policies. • Other duties as assigned