Universal Language Service, Inc. is hiring: ASL In-Person Interpreter - Indianap

Overview

ASL In-Person Interpreter - Indianapolis, IN

Base pay range: $60.00/hr - $80.00/hr

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Type: On-site

Position Overview

The American Sign Language (ASL) Medical in-person interpreter is responsible for handling local onsite interpreting sessions to serve our deaf and hard of hearing community and Community Healthcare practitioners in a variety of industries such as Healthcare clinical settings. This is a unique opportunity that will offer doing onsite in-person visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective interpreting sessions in a professional manner.
• Adhere to interpreter ethical standards and procedural requirements specific to interpreting context.
• Demonstrate commitment to cultural sensitivity and working in a diverse environment.
• Respect for and understanding of our deaf and hard of hearing clients, culture and preferences.
• Strong aptitude and passion for customer service and interpreting.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the sessions.
• Render exact and correct concepts and meanings according to interpreter protocol.

Qualifications

• Interpreter must possess fluent American Sign Language and spoken English language skills.
• Excellent listening and retention to maintain a high level of accuracy during interpretation.
• Extensive knowledge RID Code of Professional Conduct
• Must possess one of the CI/CT, NAD IV or above, NIC, BEI national certifications
• HIPAA compliant work environment and setting.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Sign Language preferred but not required

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Translation and Localization