American Sign Language Interpreter

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Position Summary:

The College of Medicine at Florida Atlantic University is seeking an American Sign Language Interpreter in Boca Raton, FL.

The OPS Part-Time ASL Interpreter provides American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation services to support a deaf faculty member within the College of Medicine. The interpreter will facilitate effective communication during meetings, presentations, conferences, research activities, trainings, and other university-related events.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Provide accurate and professional ASL interpretation services for faculty meetings, presentations, seminars, and departmental events.
  
• Interpret communications involving medical education, healthcare, scientific research, and academic discussions.
  
• Facilitate communication between the faculty member and colleagues, students, researchers, healthcare professionals, and external collaborators.
  
• Review meeting materials and presentation content in advance when available to ensure familiarity with technical terminology and subject matter.
  
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding research activities, patient-related information, and university business in accordance with applicable privacy and confidentiality requirements.
  
• Collaborate with faculty and departmental staff to coordinate interpretation needs and scheduling.
  
• Attend in-person and virtual meetings as needed.
  
• Adhere to the professional standards and code of ethics established by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
  
• Other job-related duties as assigned.
  

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Minimum Qualifications:
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL) and English required.


RID Certification (NIC or CI/CT), or equivalent professional credentials required.


Experience providing ASL interpretation services in higher education, healthcare, medical, scientific, or research settings required.


Strong knowledge of professional interpreting practices and ethics required.


Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills required.


Ability to accurately interpret complex medical and scientific terminology required.

Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of faculty, staff, and students. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential for success in this position required.

Exceptional customer service, organizational and time management skills required.

Experience in a higher education institution, medical school, or hospital highly preferred.

Salary:
$55.00 Hourly.

College or Department:
OPS - COM: Population Health

Location:
Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:
Part time up to 15 hours weekly Monday - Friday.

Application Deadline:
2026-10-13

Special Instructions to Applicant:
Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.


APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume


OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.


PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.