Achlynn Engichy
Salem,OR
Summary
Chuukese Interpreter with experience in healthcare and educational settings, providing accurate interpretation services for patients, families, students, and professionals. Adept at bridging language and cultural barriers to promote understanding, informed decision-making, and positive outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Translator and Interpreter
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization
Remote
10.2018 - Current
- Translated written documents between Chuukese and English, including medical forms, educational materials, correspondence, and informational documents.
- Reviewed translated materials for accuracy, clarity, and cultural appropriateness.
- Provided consecutive interpretation services during medical appointments, educational meetings, and community interactions.
- Facilitated effective communication between healthcare providers, educators, clients, students, and families.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to professional language-service standards.
- Delivered language services through in-person, telephone, and virtual platforms..
Medical Interpreter
Oregon Certified Interpreter's Network Inc.
Salem, Oregon
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA guidelines while handling sensitive medical information during the interpretation process.
- Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
- Supported healthcare professionals in delivering accurate diagnoses by effectively interpreting detailed medical histories from non-English speaking patients.
- Ensured clear communication by providing precise interpretation of doctor''s instructions, diagnoses, and prescriptions to non-English speaking patients.
- Enhanced patient understanding by accurately translating medical terminology and complex concepts between medical professionals and patients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Chaminade - University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HISkills
- Medical and Educational Interpretation
- Consecutive Interpretation
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Medical Terminology
- Remote Interpretation (VRI/OPI)
- Active Listening
- HIPAA Compliance
- Professional Ethics and Confidentiality
Timeline
Medical Interpreter
Oregon Certified Interpreter's Network Inc.
10.2023 - 01.2024
Translator and Interpreter
Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization
10.2018 - Current
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Chaminade - University of Honolulu