American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter - Casual

About the role

Provides American Sign Language interpreting services for all settings of the organization, bridging communication between healthcare staff and the deaf community.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an interpreter between Northfield Hospital + Clinics personnel and deaf or hard-of-hearing patients and families to facilitate access to care.
• Interpreting may be needed at any of our surrounding Clinic sites, as well as at the Hospital in Northfield.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English, with the ability to interpret accurately between Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing patients and hearing individuals.
• Completion of an ASL/English Interpreter training program or equivalent education and experience.
• Current Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID) National Interpreter Certification (NIC) or Certified Deaf Interpreter (CDI) certification required.
• Six months work experience as an ASL interpreter; healthcare interpreting experience preferred

Benefits

• Eligible for Shift Differential Pay in addition to base wage
• Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) accrued on first paycheck
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility – PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles
• Employer-Provided Certifications + Continuing Education
• Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

Pay

The hourly wage range for this position is $32.45–$45.81. This range reflects the base pay for this position.

Schedule

This position will be contacted as interpreter needs arise for patients requiring American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation, typically with at least one day’s notice. Hours will vary from week to week, averaging up to 10 hours per week. Additional hours may be available during evenings and weekends, sometimes with short notice. Candidates interested in additional hours should be able to arrive within 30 minutes when contacted.