Ali Haid
Champlin,MN
Summary
Proficient [Medical Interpreter] with background in medical terminology and patient communication. Facilitated clear and accurate interpretation services, ensuring understanding between healthcare providers and patients. Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and attention to detail in high-pressure environments.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Somali Medical Interpreter
Kim Tong Services, Arch, Garden & Associates
04.2016 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
Translator and Interpreter
City of Minnneapolis
06.2014 - 12.2016
- Interpreted conversations between foreign language-speaking clients and others.
- Translated documents from [Somali/Arabic to English and vice versa
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
Assistant Teachers
Minneapolis Publice School
03.2012 - 06.2014
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
Supervisory Position
US State Department
03.1991 - 12.2010
- Liaised complex multiple services between the host government and the Embassy, a service that needed strong bilingual skill to effectively deliver services within established timeframes.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
National University
Mogadishu, Somalia07-1980
Skills
- Written translation
- Medical terminology
- Fluent trilingual (Somali, Arabic, English
- Effective communication techniques
- Cultural awareness
- Computer apps savvy, Word, Excel, Power Point
- Cultural insight
Certification
- Bridging The Gap (40 hours)
Timeline
Somali Medical Interpreter
Kim Tong Services, Arch, Garden & Associates
04.2016 - 11.2024
Translator and Interpreter
City of Minnneapolis
06.2014 - 12.2016
Assistant Teachers
Minneapolis Publice School
03.2012 - 06.2014
Supervisory Position
US State Department
03.1991 - 12.2010
- Bridging The Gap (40 hours)
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
National University
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