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Get Access To All JobsDepartment: 16008130 Allina Interpreter Services
Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America)
Hours: 0
Contract: Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation: Occasional
Job Profile Summary: Join Allina Health as an American Sign Language Interpreter and help deliver inclusive, patient-centered care by providing professional ASL interpretation in a trusted, mission-driven healthcare system committed to communication access and equity.
Job Description:
Provides American Sign Language interpreter services in a variety of settings to facilitate communication between Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients and companions with providers and other staff.
Principle Responsibilities
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Provides accurate, objective and first-person interpretation services between healthcare professionals, patients and their families.
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Facilitates appointments and referrals in person or by phone. Will require driving/traveling based on patient(s) need.
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Provides sight translation of forms and other documents.
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Manages daily workflows through utilization of available resources and communication with scheduling office.
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Understands and utilizes video remote interpreting.
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Documents interpreting services in the electronic medical record
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Identifies and communicate quality concerns.
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Participates in quality improvement activities to evaluate and improve service.
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Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
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Associate's or Vocational degree in business or health care related field or equivalent
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0 to 2 years of interpreting experience preferably in health care
Licenses/Certifications
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Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment
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One of the following is required upon hire:
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Certificate of Interpretation from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
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Certificate of Transliteration from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
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Comprehensive Skills Certificate from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
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Certificate from National Association for the Deaf Level 4 or 5
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National Interpreter Certification Advanced or Master
Physical Demands
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Light Work:
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Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently
Additional Job Description: 0.0 FTE (Casual, per-case basis; minimum commitment of 8 hours per week)
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8-hour day/evening shifts
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Metro area coverage; ASL interpreter specializing in Mental Health
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Millage reimbursed
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Weekend rotation: Every 4 week
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Must be willing to travel to assigned sites when coverage is needed
Pay Range:
Pay Range: $44.64 to $61.76 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefit Summary:
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
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Medical/Dental
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PTO/Time Away
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Retirement Savings Plans
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Life Insurance
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Short-term/Long-term Disability
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Paid Caregiver Leave
-
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
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Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
-
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Department: 16008130 Allina Interpreter Services
Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America)
Hours: 0
Contract: Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation: Occasional
Job Profile Summary: Join Allina Health as an American Sign Language Interpreter and help deliver inclusive, patient-centered care by providing professional ASL interpretation in a trusted, mission-driven healthcare system committed to communication access and equity.
Job Description:
Provides American Sign Language interpreter services in a variety of settings to facilitate communication between Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients and companions with providers and other staff.
Principle Responsibilities
-
Provides accurate, objective and first-person interpretation services between healthcare professionals, patients and their families.
-
Facilitates appointments and referrals in person or by phone. Will require driving/traveling based on patient(s) need.
-
Provides sight translation of forms and other documents.
-
Manages daily workflows through utilization of available resources and communication with scheduling office.
-
Understands and utilizes video remote interpreting.
-
Documents interpreting services in the electronic medical record
-
Identifies and communicate quality concerns.
-
Participates in quality improvement activities to evaluate and improve service.
-
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
-
Associate's or Vocational degree in business or health care related field or equivalent
-
0 to 2 years of interpreting experience preferably in health care
Licenses/Certifications
-
Valid Driver’s License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver’s license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment
-
One of the following is required upon hire:
-
Certificate of Interpretation from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
-
Certificate of Transliteration from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
-
Comprehensive Skills Certificate from the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
-
Certificate from National Association for the Deaf Level 4 or 5
-
National Interpreter Certification Advanced or Master
Physical Demands
-
Light Work:
-
Lifting weight up to 20 lbs. occasionally, up to 10 lbs. frequently
Additional Job Description: 0.0 FTE (Casual, per-case basis; minimum commitment of 8 hours per week)
-
8-hour day/evening shifts
-
Metro area coverage; ASL interpreter specializing in Mental Health
-
Millage reimbursed
-
Weekend rotation: Every 4 week
-
Must be willing to travel to assigned sites when coverage is needed
Pay Range:
Pay Range: $44.64 to $61.76 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Benefit Summary:
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
Benefits include:
-
Medical/Dental
-
PTO/Time Away
-
Retirement Savings Plans
-
Life Insurance
-
Short-term/Long-term Disability
-
Paid Caregiver Leave
-
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
-
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
-
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
-
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer
Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in American Sign Language Interpreter
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree to directly relate to ASL interpretation. A degree in linguistics, deaf studies, or interpreting strengthens your case. A general communications degree may trigger an RFE, so gather any supplemental coursework or credential documentation now.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter ASL Interpreter roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. LCA history signals the employer already understands the H-1B process and won't stall at the filing stage.
Get your RID certification before applying
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf certification isn't legally required for H-1B, but it signals professional-level qualification to both employers and USCIS adjudicators evaluating specialty occupation claims. Educational institutions and hospitals often list it as a hiring requirement.
Confirm the employer's wage offer meets prevailing wage
Before accepting an offer, cross-check the proposed salary against the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 27-3091 in your work location. Your employer must certify this wage on the LCA, and offers below the DOL threshold will delay or block the filing.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated healthcare systems are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition bypasses the annual lottery. Clarify whether a prospective employer holds cap-exempt status during screening calls, not after an offer is extended.
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Find American Sign Language Interpreter JobsAmerican Sign Language Interpreter H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does American Sign Language Interpreter qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes, ASL Interpreter qualifies as a specialty occupation when the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in interpretation, linguistics, or deaf studies. USCIS evaluates whether the degree requirement is standard for the position in the industry. Roles in K-12 education or community freelance settings can face more scrutiny than hospital or university interpreter positions, which consistently require degree-level credentials.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for ASL Interpreters?
Hospitals, universities, federal agencies, and state rehabilitation programs are the most consistent sponsors for ASL Interpreter H-1B petitions. Universities and nonprofit hospitals are often cap-exempt, which means they can file year-round without the lottery. You can browse ASL Interpreter roles filtered by sponsoring employer type on Migrate Mate.
How does the H-1B lottery affect ASL Interpreters applying through for-profit employers?
For-profit employers are subject to the annual H-1B cap of 65,000 regular-cap slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. USCIS runs an electronic registration lottery in March, and selection isn't guaranteed. If you're not selected, cap-exempt employers like universities or nonprofit medical centers offer an alternative path that bypasses the lottery entirely.
What documents should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
You'll need your official academic transcripts, degree certificate, any professional certifications such as RID or NAD credentials, and a copy of your I-94 if you're already in the U.S. Your employer will need these to complete Form I-129 and the accompanying Labor Condition Application that DOL must certify before USCIS can adjudicate the petition.
Can I work for multiple clients or agencies on an H-1B as an ASL Interpreter?
Your H-1B is tied to the sponsoring employer, not individual clients. If you work through an interpretation agency, that agency is typically your H-1B sponsor and places you on assignments. Working directly for a second employer simultaneously requires a concurrent H-1B petition filed by that second employer. USCIS allows concurrent employment, but both petitions must be independently approved.
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