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Doris Torres

Spanish Intepreter
Buffalo,NY

Summary

Highly experienced Spanish Interpreter with proven track record of delivering precise interpretations and translations between English and the target language. In-depth understanding of cultural nuances to effectively bridge communication. Dedicated to accuracy and reliability.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spanish Medical Interpreter

BestSelf Behavioral Health
04.2019 - Current
  • Developed strategies to perform accurate and consistent Interpretation LEP clients /patients.
  • Managed over 20 calls for counselors as needed base
  • Assist on interpreting for Psychiatrist, Counselors and Staff while in meetings with over 30 clients weekly, in person or remotely
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • May also translate documents and/or written instructions as needed base for limited English patients.

Interpreter International Institute of Buffalo as freelance Interpreter for 2009-2019

Journey's End Refugee worked experience 2013-2019

Approximately 2080 hours of competency based-on clinical coursework in various hospitals and clinics 2007

  • Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms
  • Translated procedural information to facilitate understanding between doctors and patients
  • Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa
  • Equipped healthcare providers with cultural information to promote appropriate provision of health services
  • Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns
  • Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Radiation Therapy Technology

Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY
05.2007

Skills

  • Fluent in both English and target language
  • Manage flow of communication for LEP clients with Counselors / Psychiatrist or Providers
  • Support Patient-Provider Communication and ensure Patients safety
  • Certificate of completion 60 hours Medical Healthcare Interpreter Training with InterpreterEDcom
  • CCHI/CHI pending certificate
  • Video remote services
  • Medical terminology
  • Training and Development
  • Self-Motivated
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

  • Certified Spanish Interpreter, InterpreterED - November 12, 2022 (ID: #106933)
  • Certificate Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCHI) pending certificate.


Languages

Spanish
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Spanish Medical Interpreter

BestSelf Behavioral Health
04.2019 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Radiation Therapy Technology

Erie Community College
Doris TorresSpanish Intepreter