Diana Vincent
Olathe
Summary
Born and raised in Mexico. I finished Dental school when I was 21 years old and practiced over there for 3 years before I moved to the USA 7 years ago.
I worked as Dental Assistant for 1.5 years in Overland Park. Then went on my adventure as Spanish Interpreter for 4 years in Olathe KS Schools.
Passionate Interpreter offering great experience to bridge communication gaps for better understanding and productivity. Offering empathic, mindful approach to avoid potential conflicts caused by lack of cultural knowledge. Operates well in both online and in-person scenarios, facilitating conversations despite scheduling issues or geographical limitations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Interpreter
Olathe School District
08.2019 - Current
- Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.
- Communicated with people to understand interpreting needs and provide best service possible.
- Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
- Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
- Translation of official school documents, emails, and flyers.
- Interpreted to 10+ people meetings.
Dental Assistant
Albert Dental
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures.
- Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists, and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
- Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Universidad Michoacana De San Nicolas De Hidalgo
Michoacan, Mexico07.2013
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Outlook
- Team Meetings
- Spanish Interpreting
- Dental Impressions
- Taking X-Rays
- Taking Medical and Dental Histories
- Surgical Extractions
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Interpreter
Olathe School District
08.2019 - Current
Dental Assistant
Albert Dental
01.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Dentistry
Universidad Michoacana De San Nicolas De Hidalgo