Interpreter, American Sign Language – Part Time

Valley Health

. Provide ASL interpretation for patients, families, and healthcare providers .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timeWinchester • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $47 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in American Sign Language interpretation within healthcare settings, ensuring effective communication between patients and medical staff while adhering to HIPAA standards. Possesses strong interpersonal skills to facilitate cross-cultural communication and support patient needs.

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American Sign Language InterpretationNational Interpreter Certification (NIC)Healthcare CommunicationConfidentiality Compliance (HIPAA)Interpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

ASL InterpretationMedical CommunicationCultural CompetenceEmergency Visit InterpretationInpatient Care InterpretationSurgery InterpretationBehavioral Health Services InterpretationContracted Interpreter SchedulingLanguage AssistanceProgram Advocacy

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Work in Fast-Paced EnvironmentsEmotional Sensitivity

Certifications & Qualifications

National Interpreter Certification (NIC)CCHI Certification

Industry Keywords

HealthcarePatient CommunicationConfidentialityCross-Cultural CommunicationLanguage and Multicultural Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide ASL interpretation for patients, families, and healthcare providers
Interpret accurately and completely during medical appointments, emergency visits, inpatient care, surgeries, behavioral health services, and other hospital encounters
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and professional interpreting standards
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare team members to support effective patient communication
Act as a liaison between staff and patients or visitors to meet their needs
Support cross-cultural communication throughout the institution by sharing cultural factors influencing health behaviors
Coordinate contracted ASL interpreter scheduling
Perform related duties as required by the Manager of Language and Multicultural Services
Provide language assistance through American Sign Language or other manual sign systems for medical communications
Contribute to the Valley Health Language and Multicultural Services program as a program advocate and resource

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent required
National Interpreter Certification (NIC) from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID), required
At least three years’ experience in facilitating American Sign Language
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and emotionally sensitive healthcare environments
Medical workshops or CCHI certification preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
Dental and vision insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Retirement Savings Match
A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
Health savings account
Flexible spending account for childcare
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Professional development
Discounts to on-campus dining