Interpreter Document Requirements

Prior to completing any interpreter services under the HCA contract, the following documentation must be submitted to Universal Language Service:

W-9 Form
Copy of DSHS certification, authorization, or recognition from the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Language Testing and Certification (LTC)
Current background check
- Interpreter may submit their own background check per the guidelines of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Universal Language Service can complete a background check on their behalf
Valid Washington State Unified Business Identifier (UBI)
Signed Interpreter Services Provider Agreement, HCA Contract K8552
Signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA)
Signed Interpreter Orientation Attestation
For in-person interpretation
- Proof of immunization:
  - MMR
  - Varicella
  - Tdap
  - TB screening
  - Current season influenza vaccine
  - Any additional vaccines determined by the Department of Health (DOH) to address pandemics or other required health concerns

For in-person interpretation, Universal Language Service will issue you an ID badge before you begin providing services.

Please contact our Interpreter Accounts team at interpreter@ulsonline.net or (425) 450-7022 to get set up for providing services under the HCA contract. They’ll walk you through submitting these documents and answer any questions.

Interpreter Document Requirements

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