RID Certified Deaf Interpreter

Description
CLOVEHITCH is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business focused upon providing professional solutions in the areas of training and talent acquisition.

We are currently seeking qualified RID Certified Deaf Interpreters to support a potential federal healthcare language services requirement. Services will be performed remotely through video remote interpreting platforms, including Microsoft Teams or other Government-approved platforms.

Selected personnel will support communication between healthcare providers and Deaf or hard-of-hearing patients in a military medical environment. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide remote ASL interpretation through video remote interpreting platforms.
• Support communication between healthcare providers and Deaf or hard-of-hearing patients.
• Provide accurate, complete, and professional interpretation in medical settings.
• Support scheduled, urgent, and on-call remote assignments.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and privacy requirements.
• Coordinate effectively in virtual environments, including Microsoft Teams.
• Maintain a professional remote interpreting setup, including reliable internet, camera, lighting, and audio.
• Protect patient, medical, government, and confidential information.

Education, Experience, & Requirements

• Current Registry of Interpreters for the Certified Deaf Interpreter (RID CDI) credential and current good-standing status with RID required.
• Medical, healthcare, or patient-facing interpreting experience.
• Experience with video remote interpreting.
• Ability to protect confidential patient information.
• Professional conduct and strong communication skills.
• Ability to complete or provide HIPAA / Privacy Act training documentation.
• Ability to pass exclusion screening, including HHS OIG LEIE and TRICARE Sanctioned Provider List checks.
• Military treatment facility, federal healthcare, hospital, clinic, emergency department, or patient-care experience preferred.
• Experience interpreting medical terminology preferred.
• Experience supporting urgent or on-demand VRI assignments preferred.
• Availability for nights, weekends, holidays, or surge support preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, or other video platforms for remote interpretation preferred.
• Note: RID CDI is specifically required for Certified Deaf Interpreter support. RID NIC, RID CI/CT, NAD, BEI, or other ASL credentials do not replace the need for RID CDI where CDI is required.
• This position is open only to individuals authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Physical Demands
This position requires sustained visual attention, manual dexterity, and extended periods of signing.

Position Type & Hours of Work
Work is performed on an on-call, as-needed basis. Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Travel
Work is performed fully remotely via video remote interpreting platforms. No on-site travel is required.

CLOVEHITCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.