American Sign Language Interpreter - Per Diem

Boston Children's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
Nov 19, 2024
Job Posting Description At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included. This ASL (American Sign Language) Interpreter - Per Diem will be responsible for: Interpreting for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients and families and providers, and for patients and families with limited or no spoken language proficiency in their interactions with care providers and other hospital personnel. Interpreting, when necessary, written materials for complex and/or sensitive medical and personal information, including diagnostic and surgical procedures, treatment plans, medical histories and medical, social and psychological assessments. Interpreting for patients in their effort to schedule appointments, resolve billing problems and other related matters. Identifying, assessing and facilitating understanding of cultural differences impacting communication Interpreting for non-patient hospital meetings as needed Maintaining records of daily activities, including a log of daily patient interactions Working as a team with other interpreter staff Orienting, training, and supervising student interns as needed To qualify, you must have: Current National Certification in American Sign Language is required A Bachelor's Degree is required Two to three years of previous experience interpreting, including interpretation in medical settings is required Analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles Strong communication skills in order to effectively deal with conflicting views or issues and mediate fair solutions. Work also requires well developed writing skills #LI-Hybrid Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption). Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.