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Ali Abd

Peoria,AZ

Summary

Skilled interpreter with proven experience in simultaneous and consecutive interpretation. Demonstrated ability to bridge language and cultural barriers in fast-paced, high-stress environments. Strengths include strong fluency in English and Spanish, exceptional listening skills, and the ability to accurately convey complex ideas between languages. Previous roles have consistently resulted in improved communication for international clients and stakeholders. Professional interpreter with several years of experience helping diverse individuals. Moves easily between languages without missing details. Focused on advancing vocabulary, idiomatic, and cultural understanding with up-to-date knowledge. Versatile Interpreter known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in simultaneous interpretation, technical translation, and cultural mediation. Excel in listening comprehension, verbal communication, and adaptability. Maintain calm under pressure to facilitate clear, accurate translations in fast-paced environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Interpreter

GLS
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2015 - 04.2018
  • Facilitated communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
  • Maintained confidentiality regarding all interpreted information while adhering to professional standards of ethics.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings with other interpreters to review cases and discuss best practices.
  • Performed consecutive interpretation during court hearings and legal proceedings.
  • Attended training sessions on new technologies used in the field of interpreting.
  • Utilized specialized software applications to facilitate the translation process in a timely manner.
  • Assisted in the interpretation of medical documents, including patient records and discharge summaries.
  • Collaborated with linguists to develop effective strategies for interpreting complex concepts.
  • Interpreted conference calls and other workplace communications in real-time.
  • Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
  • Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.

Interpreter

Titan
Bagdad, IRAQ
05.2004 - 08.2010
  • Facilitated communication between non-English speaking patients and healthcare providers.
  • Translated written texts from one language to another accurately and efficiently.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings with other interpreters to review cases and discuss best practices.
  • Interpreted conference calls and other workplace communications in real-time.
  • Collaborated with other translators on complex projects.
  • Proofread translated documents for accuracy and completeness.
  • Interpreted verbal conversations in real time into another language.
  • Proofread, edited and revised translations to ensure accuracy.
  • Assisted non-English speaking clients with communication issues.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Reviewed source documents prior to translation to ensure clarity and understanding of the content.

Education

Specialist in Community College Teaching -

Glendale Community College
Glendale
03-2024

Some College (No Degree) -

Teaching College
IRAQ

Skills

  • Client Support
  • Records Management
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Relationship Building
  • [Language] Fluency
  • Consecutive Translation
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Teaching strategies
  • Online Teaching
  • Test Preparation
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Foreign language instruction
  • Interpretation skills
  • Creative Writing
  • Project management abilities
  • Business process understanding
  • Document evaluations

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Interpreter

GLS
02.2015 - 04.2018

Interpreter

Titan
05.2004 - 08.2010

Specialist in Community College Teaching -

Glendale Community College

Some College (No Degree) -

Teaching College
Ali Abd