AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER

Froedtert • Milwaukee, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

To facilitate culturally and linguistically competent communication between individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing and medical providers in a manner that promotes patient safety and confidentiality. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience in providing medical interpreting to Deaf and hard of hearing patients in a professional setting is required.
• Certification recognized by RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) is required.
• RID requires a Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience for certification as an interpreter of American Sign Language (ASL).
• Must be bilingual in English and language to be interpreted, solid knowledge of medical terminology and competence in communicating the meaning of terms.
• Strong ability to interpret diagnostic processes, treatments, procedures, preventive care, and be culturally competent.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients, their families and health care providers.
• Ability to perform under stressful situations and medical emergencies.
• State of Wisconsin, Department of Safety and Professional Services license is required.
• Certification recognized by RID (Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf).

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 3 years of directly related experience is preferred.
• Experience at a Level I Trauma Center is preferred.
• Formal interpreter training is preferred.
• Proven linguistic abilities in medical interpreting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate culturally and linguistically competent communication between individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing and medical providers.
• Promote patient safety and confidentiality.
• Travel between locations during shift is required.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level