Dinorah Hernandez
CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE INTERPRETER™-Spanish
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dynamic Spanish Interpreter with a proven ability to enhance learning environments through attentive support and effective intervention. Known for cultural sensitivity and adaptability, driving participant satisfaction and engagement in diverse settings.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Spanish Interpreter
Propio Language Services
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Contributed to higher patient satisfaction in healthcare settings, interpreting patient concerns and medical instructions to ensure clear understanding.
- Facilitated clear communication between Spanish-speaking clients and insurance service providers.
Summer Program Assistant
National Center of Interpretation
05.2025 - 06.2025
- -Supported instructors by managing logistical tasks, enhancing their ability to engage students actively.
- -Monitored participant dynamics and responded promptly to individual needs, fostering a positive learning environment.
Spanish Interpreter Volunteer
University of Arizona
02.2025 - 03.2025
- -Interpreted Spanish to English for delegates at Model UN event, enhancing dialogue and collaboration among participants.
- -Facilitated communication between Spanish-speaking students and university staff, improving accessibility to university resources.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish: Translation and Interpretation Emphasis
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ 05.2001 -
Translation And Interpretation Certification - Language Interpretation And Translation
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ12-2023
Skills
- Bilingual communication
- Cross-cultural communication
- Cultural awareness
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
Certified Healthcare Interpreter (CHI-Spanish) – Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) | Issued: June 2026
Activities
Internship at Pima Superior Court (01/2026 - 05/2026)
- Observe and assist the interpreters while they work.
Internship at Pima Juvenile Court (02/2025-12/2025)
- Observe and assist the interpreters while they work.
Internship at University of Arizona Speech and Hearing Clinic (02/2024-04/2024)
- Interpret Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology services (Spanish-English) in the Speech and Hearing
Clinic. - Translate Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology documents, as assigned, into Spanish.
Internship at TMC Children’s Clinic (02/2024-04/2024)
- Interpret for the Primary Care services (Spanish-English) in the TMC Children's Clinic.
Affiliations
- ATNIIC- Arizona Translators & Interpreters Inc (2025-current)
- Tau Sigma National Honor Society (2025-current)
- ALPFA+ - Association of Latino Professionals for America (2023-current)
Awards & Honors
PHI THETA KAPPA TUITION AWARD (Transfer student), Honors Student - University of Arizona
Timeline
Spanish Interpreter
Propio Language Services
08.2025 - 10.2025
Summer Program Assistant
National Center of Interpretation
05.2025 - 06.2025
Spanish Interpreter Volunteer
University of Arizona
02.2025 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish: Translation and Interpretation Emphasis
University of Arizona
05.2001 -
Translation And Interpretation Certification - Language Interpretation And Translation
Pima Community College
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - Sociology
Pima Community College