Interpreter-ASL

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System • Spartanburg, SC

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About The Position

The American Sign Language (ASL) Medical Interpreter provides medical and general interpreting services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients/guests.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED
• Viable candidates may be requested to successfully complete a medical interpretation sign language competency assessment
• Nationally Certified by RID (CI, CT, NIC), NAD (NAD III+), or Certified BEI (Level II+)
• Must be proficient in ASL with strong verbal and written skills.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor's degree
• Successful completion of medical terminology and medical interpretation training
• One-year experience interpreting in a healthcare environment
• Nationally Certified by RID (CI, CT, NIC), NAD (NAD III+), or Certified BEI (Level II+)

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Dispatcher to ensure that medical interpreter requests are met on a timely 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED