ASL Medical Interpreter-{177384}

Position: ASL Medical Interpreter-{177384}

Location: Providence, RI 02904 (Onsite/Patient-Facing)
Pay: $53.57/hr. (W2)
Schedule: PRN / As Needed (to start approx. 3 days/week, ~1 hour/day; may increase for town halls/meetings as needed)

Overview

We are seeking an experienced American Sign Language (ASL) Medical Interpreter to support clear, accurate communication between Deaf/Hard of Hearing patients and healthcare providers/clinical staff in an onsite clinical setting in Providence, RI. This role requires professionalism, strong medical terminology knowledge, and strict adherence to confidentiality (HIPAA).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide accurate, impartial ASL interpretation between patients, providers, caregivers, and clinic staff.
• Interpret communication during exams, assessments, diagnostic procedures, treatment discussions, and patient education.
• Interpret complex conversations involving diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, insurance-related discussions, and care coordination.
• Maintain privacy/confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional interpreting standards.
• Use consecutive and/or simultaneous interpretation as appropriate to the situation.
• Interpret healthcare documents, patient forms, and instructional materials when needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English.
• 2+ years of ASL interpreting experience (healthcare/clinical setting strongly preferred).
• Completion of an accredited Interpreter Training Program (medical interpreter training preferred).
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare procedures.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA and handling of protected health information (PHI).
• Verifiable High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Experience

• RID certification and/or NIC (or equivalent credential).
• Experience interpreting in primary care, specialty care, hospitals, or outpatient clinics.
• Familiarity with EHRs and healthcare workflows.
• Spanish proficiency (plus, not required).

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Interpreting, Deaf Studies, Communications, Healthcare, or related field (preferred)

Keywords

ASL Interpreter, American Sign Language, Medical Interpreter, Healthcare Interpreter, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, HIPAA, Patient-Facing, Onsite, PRN, Part-Time, Providence RI, Clinical, Outpatient, Interpretation Services