Elizabeth Tam
Bellevue,WA
Summary
Skilled DSHS Certified Medical Interpreter and Medical Assistant, praised for enhancing provider-patient relationships and ensuring accurate medical translations at Interpreting Services. Fluent in Cantonese, excels in cross-cultural communication and professional ethics, significantly contributing to improved patient outcomes. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and cultural sensitivity, pivotal in navigating healthcare systems.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Interpreter
Univeral Interpreting Services
07.2017 - Current
- Received praise from physicians for contributing to improved provider-patient relationships through effective interpretation skills.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of medical terminology to interpret highly specialized fields such as oncology, cardiology, or neurology appointments successfully.
- Contributed to better patient outcomes with accurate translations during consultations, examinations, and procedures.
- Enabled timely diagnoses and treatment decisions by interpreting complex medical instructions and explanations for non-English speaking patients.
- Assisted non-English speaking families in navigating complex healthcare systems by providing interpretation support during hospital admissions and discharge processes.
Childcare Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Seattle
09.2012 - 07.2018
- Performed opening and closing duties to maximize building security.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere within the childcare center that fostered positive relationships between staff members, parents, and children alike.
- Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear rules and expectations in the childcare environment.
- Worked closely with therapists or specialists when necessary to develop targeted interventions for specific behavioral or developmental concerns.
Medical Assistant
Swedish Hospital
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Renton Technical College
Renton, WA06-2011
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- FLUENT IN Cantonese
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Consecutive interpreting
- Cross-cultural communication
- Cultural sensitivity
- Professional ethics
Timeline
Certified Medical Interpreter
Univeral Interpreting Services
07.2017 - Current
Childcare Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Seattle
09.2012 - 07.2018
Medical Assistant
Swedish Hospital
07.2011 - 07.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Renton Technical College
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