American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter – VRI

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October 31

🗽 New York – Remote

Although this job is listed in New York, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $35 - $37 / hour

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🌎 Translator / Interpreter

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Interpretek

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We are a full service agency featuring community interpreting & continuing education providing the highest quality sign language interpreters nationwide.

51 - 200 employees

📋 Description

• Provide interpreting services using American Sign Language to individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. • Interpreting assignments may include VRI or in-person services for appointments, meetings, or events in a wide range of settings. • Interpret complex medical information between patients and healthcare professionals. • Adhere to the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) Professional Code of Conduct and maintain an advanced working knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act and how it pertains to the Deaf community. • Provide outstanding customer service to both internal and external customers. • Review and research professional literature, journals, etc., attend conferences, and workshops to maintain certification and stay current on best practices with an emphasis on continued education in the specialty fields of medical, mental health, and legal interpreting. • Ability to collaborate professionally with the team and contribute to a supportive remote work environment with positive and creative participation. • Work successfully and be able to problem-solve with minimal support/supervision. • Seek manager support for difficult interpreting situations. • Maintain accurate documentation to ensure timely renewal(s) of all required interpreting credentials. • Comply with policies and procedures as outlined by Interpretek. • Ensure Interpretek’s values are represented in all interactions.

🎯 Requirements

• RID Certification required. • At least 1 year of recent post-certification work in a VRI/VRS and healthcare setting is required. • Specialized Interpreting credential(s) in healthcare, mental health, or legal strongly preferred. • Demonstrate working knowledge and documented professional development in medical terminology, health care systems, financial systems, and legal terminology as it relates to the healthcare field. • Willingness to work a flexible schedule to support business needs as required in a 24/7 x 365 setting. • A minimum of 3-5 years of proficiency in computer and technology skills is strongly preferred, including Microsoft Office Suite of products. • Traditional, wired high-speed internet service provider (DSL, cable modem or fiber optics etc. required. Satellite, antenna or cellular not acceptable) with a minimum speed of 5 mpbs download and 3 mpbs upload. Ping less than 300 and, Jitter less than 30 ms. • Direct connection to modem or router via ethernet cable preferred. • Ability to effectively communicate via email, and chat-based business solutions. • Multi-state licensing is required upon hire.

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability) • Professional Development • Certification Reimbursement • 401K Match (up to 4%) • Annual Bonuses • and much more!