American Sign Language Interpreter

At Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), we are looking for an experienced American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter to join our team. This position requires a passionate individual who is committed to providing excellent communication support to our patients and their families. The ideal candidate will possess a high level of fluency in both ASL and English, as well as a comprehensive understanding of deaf culture.The ASL Interpreter will be responsible for providing interpreting services in both spoken English and ASL. This position offers an exciting opportunity to support a diverse community of individuals with hearing impairments, while contributing to a culture of inclusion and respect. To be successful in this role, you must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a commitment to providing a high level of customer service.Required Qualifications:• Fluency in ASL and English• Certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID)• At least two years of interpreting experience• Knowledge of deaf culture and community• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills• Ability to work independently and as part of a team• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills• Experience with various technologies, such as video-conferencing and digital interpreting platformsIf you are passionate about providing excellent communication support to individuals with hearing impairments, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Responsibilities:

1. Provide interpreting services in English and American Sign Language (ASL) for patients and their families.
2. Show fluency in both ASL and English.
3. Possess comprehensive understanding of deaf culture.
4. Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Provide a high level of customer service.
6. Possess certification from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (RID).
7. Have at least two years of interpreting experience.
8. Demonstrate problem-solving and organizational skills.
9. Be knowledgeable of various technologies, such as video-conferencing and digital interpreting platforms.
10. Work independently and as part of a team.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a American Sign Language Interpreter in Philadelphia, PA, USA is approximately $30,000 to $45,000 per year. This range may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and other factors.

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, also known by its acronym CHOP, is a children's hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its primary campus is located in the University City neighborhood of West Philadelphia on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. The hospital has 594 beds and more than one million outpatient and inpatient visits annually. It is one of the world's largest and oldest children's hospitals and the first hospital dedicated to the healthcare of children.