Interpreter, American Sign Language - Part Time First Shift
About The Position
Valley Health is a leading health system committed to exceptional patient care and caregiver well-being. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring effective communication for deaf and hearing-impaired patients within the Healthcare Interpreters department. The interpreter will provide American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation for all medical communications, facilitating safe, equitable, and high-quality healthcare. This role also supports the Language and Multicultural Services program as an advocate and resource, contributing to cross-cultural understanding within the institution.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), required
- At least three years’ experience in facilitating American Sign Language.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and emotionally sensitive healthcare environments.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Medical workshops or CCHI certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide ASL interpretation for patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Interpret accurately and completely during medical appointments, emergency visits, inpatient care, surgeries, behavioral health services, and other hospital encounters.
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional interpreting standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare team members to support effective patient communication.
- Acts as a liaison between staff and patient/visitors to meet their needs.
- Supports cross-cultural communication throughout the institution by sharing cultural factors influencing health behaviors.
- Coordinates contracted ASL interpreter scheduling.
- Performs related duties as required by Manager of Language and Multicultural Services.
Benefits
- A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
- Dental and vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Savings Match
- A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
- Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account for childcare
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development
- Discounts to on-campus dining
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
