ASL Interpreter

ASL Interpreter

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. With its main campus at Loyola University Medical Center, Loyola Medicine is part of a comprehensive three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of our communities, join the Loyola team as an ASL Interpreter and become Loyola Strong!

What you'll do:

The ASL Interpreter provides vital interpreting services to ensure effective communication between Deaf and hard-of-hearing patients, their families, and Loyola's medical staff. This position plays a key role in ensuring accessibility across medical, mental health, and spiritual care settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-person and Video Remote Interpreting (VRI) services in ASL and English.
• Support Deaf/hard-of hearing patients in understanding medical instructions and completing forms.
• Interpret for Loyola employees who are Deaf or hard of hearing.
• Maintain detailed records of interpreting sessions and conduct patient appointment outreach.
• Advocate for communication access and assess interpreting needs across care settings.
• Lead training on Deaf culture, working with interpreters, and VRI use.
• Mentor ASL interpreter students and teach sign language classes to staff.

This role is ideal for candidates passionate about communication access and supporting inclusive healthcare experiences.

We offer our Interpreters:

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• Career Development
• Referral Rewards
• Strong Team Culture
• Career Growth Opportunities

What you'll need for this job:

Minimum Education: Required: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education Preferred: Associate degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education Specify Degree(s): NAD-RID Certificate of Interpretation and Transliteration, or NAD-RID National Interpreter Certification Minimum Experience: Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience Details: Must have experience in medical interpreting. Licensure/Certifications: Required: ASL (American Sign Language) License - Advanced Level National Interpreter Certification (NIC) or equivalent Preferred: ASL (American Sign Language) License - Masters Level Other: Illinois requires ASL Interpreters to achieve a minimum of an Advanced level license to practice in health care; Master level candidates are strongly preferred.

Pay Rate: $43.05

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.