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