- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Taught Sunday School for children for 16 years, providing instruction, guidance, and mentorship
Erendira Tinajero
Richmond
Summary
Licensed Spanish Court Interpreter and professional medical interpreter with five years of experience, including three years in medical interpretation within hospital and outpatient settings. Expertise includes simultaneous and consecutive interpretation, combined with a strong commitment to patient advocacy and strict adherence to HIPAA regulations. Recognized for delivering accurate, culturally sensitive interpretation services while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism. Proven ability to bridge communication gaps, ensuring all parties receive clear and effective information in critical healthcare environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Over the phone Interpretation
Transperfect
01.2024 - Current
- Interpretation services for several industries: Healthcare, Insurance, Legal, Banking.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Independent Contractor Spanish Interpreter
Master Word
01.2020 - Current
- Fields: Legal, Medical, Education
- On site
- Video Remote
Spanish-English Translator
Driscoll Health Plan
04.2021 - 09.2024
- English-to-Spanish translation of QA letters to Driscoll Health Plan members; denial letters; individual service plans; video scripts; audiology reports; PT/OT/ST reports; after-visit summaries for inpatient and ambulatory patients; inpatient menus; educational materials from various clinical settings; signage for the new Driscoll Children’s Hospital in the Rio Grande Valley; the Cystic Fibrosis family group newsletter; and the Rehab Welcome Book.
- Spanish-to-English translation of various medical test results from clinics or laboratories in Spanish-speaking countries, provided by patients and their families.
- Aided in the expansion of business operations between hospital, clinics and families through professional translation services.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing high-quality Spanish-English translations for various clinics and families.
Staff Spanish Medical Interpreter
Driscoll Children's Hospital
04.2021 - 09.2024
- Facilitated effective communication between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring proper diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive patient information following HIPAA guidelines.
- Coordinated with case managers to ensure smooth transitions between facilities for Spanish-speaking patients receiving ongoing care.
- Improved patient satisfaction with the quality of medical services through clear communication and empathy.
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases, providing valuable insights from a linguistics perspective.
- Attended training programs to improve professional knowledge and interpretation skills.
- Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
Independent Contractor Spanish Interpreter
Cyracom
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Interpreter in the Corpus Christi Area
Education
Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies
Alvin Independent School District
9.8 TrueNorth and C2 CEFR Est. (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Emmersion Language Assessment
Licensed Court Interpreter
Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission
01-2025
ESL Teacher TKT Certified (Teacher Knowledge Test)
International House
01.2006
Communication Sciences, Journalism & Audio/Visual Media
Universidad Veracruzana
Veracruz, Veracruz, MexicoSkills
- Developed quick guides to support new-hire training in departmental processes
- Produced a video draft to educate and promote departmental services
- Compiled a draft of the Spanish Translations Manual
- Created a detailed monthly productivity report
- Designed a poster to educate staff and promote departmental service requests
- Applied problem-solving skills to optimize workflows
Certification
Erendira Tinajero holds a license from the Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission (2025-2027) and has completed various assessments and certifications, including the Emmersion Language Assessment and the Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies.
Interests
Training
Erendira worked as a Paraprofessional at Walt Disney Elementary in Alvin, TX, and is a certified ESL teacher in Veracruz, Mexico. She has participated in various professional training programs, including workshops on investigative journalism and pedagogy.
Timeline
Over the phone Interpretation
Transperfect
01.2024 - Current
Spanish-English Translator
Driscoll Health Plan
04.2021 - 09.2024
Staff Spanish Medical Interpreter
Driscoll Children's Hospital
04.2021 - 09.2024
Independent Contractor Spanish Interpreter
Master Word
01.2020 - Current
Independent Contractor Spanish Interpreter
Cyracom
01.2020 - 01.2021
9.8 TrueNorth and C2 CEFR Est. (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages)
Emmersion Language Assessment
ESL Teacher TKT Certified (Teacher Knowledge Test)
International House
Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies
Alvin Independent School District
Licensed Court Interpreter
Texas Judicial Branch Certification Commission
Communication Sciences, Journalism & Audio/Visual Media
Universidad Veracruzana
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