Onsite ASL Interpreter - Washington

Contract Responsibilities

• Provides consecutive in person and virtually both by phone and video remote first-person interpretation.
• Follows interpreter protocols and procedures as required by Propio L.S. clients.
• Follows all Propio L.S. policies and procedures related to information confidentiality and interpreter ethics.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, GLBA and/or regulatory requirements or policies and standards.
• Establishes and maintains quality service and positive interaction with all patients, customers, visitors, health care providers, and clinical employees.
• Continuously improves vocabulary and specialized subject matter knowledge, as required for various clients, such as medical, legal, social services, etc.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Intermediate level computer skills.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Able to provide documentation of updated vaccinations to include but not limited to (dependent of location, federal and local regulations and business policies for healthcare and others): TB, MMR, Varicella, Hep B (or declination), TDAP and Seasonal Influenza (Flu) and Covid.
• Successful completion of a drug test and Background Check & Security Screen.
• A signed commitment to confidentiality, adherence to ethics, and HIPAA compliance.
• 2+ years of interpreting experience.
• Verification of ASL (American Sign Language) proficiency (Certification) National ASL (American Sign Language) Certification (RID) and/or EIPA 3.7+ and/or BEI.
• State License or Registration (If the state you reside in requires it).
• National Council on Interpreting in Health Care (NCIHC)
• International Medical Interpreters Association (IMIA)
• California Healthcare Interpreters Association (CHIA)