ASL Medical Interpreter / Translator {177384}

A-Line Staffing is now hiring an American Sign Language (ASL) Medical Interpreter / Translator in Providence, RI!
This opportunity is with a respected healthcare organization and has strong potential for consistent PRN hours based on need. See additional details below.

ASL Medical Interpreter / Translator Highlights
Pay: $53.57 per hour
Schedule: PRN / As Needed — to start ~3 days/week for ~1 hour/day, with potential for additional hours (ex: town halls/meetings)
Work setting: Onsite / patient-facing (Providence, RI area)
Job type: Temporary
 
Responsibilities
Provide accurate, professional ASL interpretation between patients, providers, caregivers, and clinical staff.
Facilitate communication during medical exams, treatment discussions, diagnostic procedures, assessments, and patient education.
Interpret healthcare conversations involving medical terminology, diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, insurance discussions, and care coordination.
Ensure interpreted information is complete, accurate, impartial, and maintains the intent/tone of the original message.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and professional interpreting standards.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and support accessibility for Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals.
Provide consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation as appropriate.
Interpret written healthcare documents (forms/instructions) when needed.
Collaborate with care teams and follow site policies/procedures/technology requirements.
 
Requirements
Fluency in ASL and English
2+ years ASL interpreting experience (healthcare/clinical setting strongly preferred)
Working knowledge of medical terminology
Understanding of HIPAA / patient privacy standards
Completion of an accredited Interpreter Training Program (medical interpreter training preferred)
Ability to handle sensitive information and emotionally challenging conversations professionally
Verifiable High School Diploma or GED
Preferred:

RID certification and/or NIC (or equivalent)
Experience in outpatient/clinic/hospital settings
Bachelor’s degree (Interpreting, Deaf Studies, Communications, Healthcare, etc.)
Familiarity with EHR/healthcare workflows
Spanish a plus (not required)
 
Benefits Available
Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment.
A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates.
 
Interested?
If you are interested in this ASL Medical Interpreter / Translator position, APPLY, or contact kvaughn@alinestaffing.com.