ASL Interpreter

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ASL Interpreter facilitating communication for a global translation company. Handling calls and ensuring accurate interpretation for deaf or hard-of-hearing clients using ASL.

Posted 8/3/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates fluency in ASL and English, with a strong understanding of medical terminology and Deaf culture. Committed to providing accurate interpretation and exceptional customer service while adhering to professional standards and codes of conduct.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fluency In ASL And English1+ Years Of ASL VRS ExperienceASL Language Certificate, RID, BEIGood Knowledge Of Medical TerminologyHigh Level Of Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Accurate Message RenderingNote-TakingUnderstanding Of Deaf CultureApplication Of Standards Of PracticeCustomer Service

Soft Skills

High Emotional IntelligenceCultural ToleranceListening SkillsMemory Retention

Certifications & Qualifications

ASL Language CertificateRIDBEIInternational Healthcare Certifications

Industry Keywords

Healthcare TerminologyLegal TerminologyVideo Remote InterpretingInterpreter's Code Of ConductHIPAA

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Answer calls in a professional manner, acting according to the Interpreter's code of conduct.
Be always prepared to take notes during a call.
Be aware of the specific vocabulary of the industry the interpreter works with (healthcare and medical one, specifically).
Rendering all messages accurately and completely, without adding, omitting, or substituting.
Provide the highest level of customer service during interpreting
Facilitate communication between people who are deaf or hard of hearing and Client by rendering accurate and complete interpretation of the message.
Applying standards of practice
Go into internal professional training.
Be eager to get new professional certifications.
Communicate and report to your team leader.
Comply with dress code requirements for video remote interpreting.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fluent in both ASL and English
1+ years of ASL VRS in a well-known interpretation company
Good knowledge of medical terminology
Awareness in legal terminology is a plus
International certifications in the healthcare industry are a plus (HIPAA, etc.)
ASL Language Certificate, RID, BEI is a MUST
High school diploma in your native language
High emotional intelligence and tolerance to different cultures
High level of communication, listening, note-taking, and memory retention skills.
Possess a good understanding of Deaf culture

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote position with a clear schedule
Full-time or part-time position (business and weekend hours)
Immediate availability to start working after onboarding
Internal Certified training
Monthly fee payments
Contract type of employment