Hopelink brokers spoken language and sign language interpreter services to assist clients during Medicaid covered medical and DSHS office appointments. Interpreters work for one of several qualified firms and must pass a DSHS competency test before receiving an assignment from Hopelink.
Interpreters provide not only the interpretation that’s important for clear exchange of information, but also help to overcome cultural differences that can hinder full understanding of a client’s concerns.
Only healthcare providers or DSHS staff may make requests for interpreters.
For Healthcare Providers:
Healthcare providers requesting interpreters for appointments in King County may request an interpreter by filling out a Hopelink request form and faxing it to (425) 644-9447 or by calling (425) 378-7977 and requesting an interpreter over the phone.
Hopelink Request for Interpreter Services Form
(You may need to right click the link to download the form)
To request an interpreter by phone: 425.378.7977
To request an interpreter by fax: 425.644.9447
For Interpreters:
List of language companies currently contracted with Hopelink.
As an independent sub-contractor you may sign up with one or all of the contracted language companies. You are not limited to any agency exclusively. Interpreters are responsible for negotiating their availability.
Each language company will be required to provide sub-contractors (interpreters) with orientation and should review at minimum:
The language companies must also attain or provide the following:
We appreciate your desire to work as an interpreter for King County.