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Diana Ramos Aguilar

Dallas

Summary

Accomplished Medical Interpreter and Patient Care Technician at Parkland Memorial Hospital, adept in providing critical language support and compassionate patient care. Demonstrated expertise in cultural awareness and multilingual proficiency, enhancing patient satisfaction .Proven track record in collaborative teamwork and maintaining professionalism, significantly improving patient outcomes and communication.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Language Assistant /Spanish Medical Interpreter

Parkland Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced patient understanding by providing accurate and timely translations during emergency situations. .
  • Served as an essential resource during emergency situations involving non-English speaking patients, providing life-saving information in realtime.
  • Facilitated effective communication between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring proper diagnosis and treatment plans.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive patient information following HIPAA guidelines..


Patient Care Technician, Neuro ICU

Parkland Memorial Hospital
08.2018 - 03.2019
  • Operated electronic health record systems to efficiently document patient information and manage care plans.
  • Prepared and maintained patient rooms by ensuring cleanliness, orderliness, and availability of necessary supplies.
  • Utilized vital signs monitoring equipment to measure and record patients' blood pressure, temperature, and heart rate.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills to coordinate with healthcare team and provide compassionate patient support.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.

Community Health Worker

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
07.2014 - 03.2015
  • Chronic Disease Educator providing ongoing support for clients managing chronic conditions, contributing to better self-management and reduced complications. Diabetes & CHF
  • Conducted community outreach initiatives by organizing health education workshops.
  • Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures.
  • Identified local resources for individuals to access necessary health services.
  • Managed enrollment, transportation, and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources.
  • Created educational materials to support community understanding of nutrition and wellness.
  • Promoted access to healthcare services for underprivileged populations through community outreach efforts.

HIV Prevention Counselor/ Risk Reduction Team

AIDS Arms/ Prism Health
09.2009 - 03.2011
  • Implemented evidence-based risk reduction interventions within individual counseling sessions, leading to measurable behavior change among clients.
  • Assisted in the development of culturally sensitive materials for targeted HIV prevention campaigns, increasing their effectiveness within diverse communities.
  • Performed risk reduction sessions on safer sex practices, resulting in increased condom use among participants.
  • Provided training and technical assistance to other professionals working in HIV prevention, enhancing their skills and knowledge base.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of services for HIV-positive patients, improving their overall health outcomes.
  • Established strong relationships with community organizations, fostering collaboration on joint projects aimed at reducing local HIV infection rates.

Medical Assistant Technician/Language Assistant Spanish Interpreter

Parkland Memorial Hospital
03.2004 - 02.2011
  • Medical Assistant for Labor and Delivery Triage area
  • Prepared examination rooms and sterilized equipment according to strict guidelines, ensuring a safe environment for patient care delivery.
  • Performed phlebotomy procedures accurately and efficiently, minimizing patient discomfort during blood draws.

2007

  • Provided interpretation services during emergency visits .
  • Enhanced patient understanding by providing accurate and timely translations during emergent situations.
  • Served as an essential resource during emergency situations involving non-English speaking patients, providing life-saving information in realtime.

Education

No Degree - Public Health

Dallas College
Dallas, TX

Skills

  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Cultural awareness
  • Multilingual proficiency

Certification

Community Health Worker

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Language Assistant /Spanish Medical Interpreter

Parkland Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - Current

Patient Care Technician, Neuro ICU

Parkland Memorial Hospital
08.2018 - 03.2019

Community Health Worker

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center
07.2014 - 03.2015

HIV Prevention Counselor/ Risk Reduction Team

AIDS Arms/ Prism Health
09.2009 - 03.2011

Medical Assistant Technician/Language Assistant Spanish Interpreter

Parkland Memorial Hospital
03.2004 - 02.2011

Community Health Worker

No Degree - Public Health

Dallas College
Diana Ramos Aguilar