ASL Interpreter

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Respond to calls in a professional manner, adhering to the Interpreter's code of conduct.

• Always be ready to take notes during a call.

• Have a solid understanding of the specific vocabulary related to the healthcare and medical sectors.

• Accurately convey all messages without any additions, omissions, or substitutions.

• Deliver the highest standard of customer service during interpreting sessions.

• Facilitate communication for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing by providing precise and complete interpretation of the messages.

• Adhere to established standards of practice.

• Participate in internal professional training.

• Demonstrate eagerness to obtain new professional certifications.

• Communicate and report to your team leader regularly.

• Follow dress code requirements for video remote interpreting.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient in both ASL and English.

• At least 1 year of experience in ASL VRS with a reputable interpretation company.

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology.

• Familiarity with legal terminology is advantageous.

• International certifications in the healthcare sector are a plus (e.g., HIPAA).

• ASL Language Certificate, RID, or BEI is required.

• High school diploma in your native language.

• High emotional intelligence and cultural sensitivity.

• Excellent communication, listening, note-taking, and memory retention skills.

• A solid understanding of Deaf culture.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote position with a defined schedule.

• Options for full-time or part-time roles (including business and weekend hours).

• Immediate start available following onboarding.

• Access to internal certified training.

• Monthly fee payments.

• Contract-based employment.