ASL Interpreter

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: 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 includingLoyola University Medical Center,Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, andMacNeal Hospital. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of our communities, join the Loyola team as a 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 WeareseekingaskilledASLInterpretertofacilitateclearandaccuratecommunicationbetweenDeafandhard-of-hearingpatients,theirfamilies,andourmedicalstaff.Thispositionplaysakeyroleinensuringaccessibilityacrossmedical,mentalhealth,andspiritualcaresettings. KeyResponsibilities: ProvideinpersonandVideoRemoteInterpreting(VRI)servicesinASLandEnglish. SupportDeaf/hard-of hearingpatientsinunderstandingmedicalinstructionsandcompletingforms. InterpretforLoyolaemployeeswhoareDeaforhardofhearing. Maintaindetailedrecordsofinterpretingsessionsandconductpatientappointmentoutreach. Advocateforcommunicationaccessandassessinterpretingneedsacrosscaresettings. LeadtrainingonDeafculture,workingwithinterpreters,andVRIuse. MentorASLinterpreterstudentsandteachsignlanguageclassestostaff. Thisroleisidealforcandidatespassionateaboutcommunicationaccessandsupportinginclusivehealthcareexperiences. We offer our Interpreters: DailyPay! Work today/Get paid today 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. Benefits: ClickorcopyURLto your browser 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Loyola Medicine