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Laura Ventura

Marietta ,GA

Summary

Bilingual English–Spanish medical interpreter with ALTA medical interpreter training and hands-on experience providing accurate, ethical interpretation in both in-person and remote healthcare settings. Strong background in patient communication, medical terminology, and HIPAA compliance, with prior clinical and administrative healthcare experience. Committed to delivering clear, culturally competent language access to support patient understanding and quality care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Interpreter (Spanish–English)

Translation Station
Contract / On-Demand
12.2025 - Current

• Provide accurate, impartial English–Spanish medical interpretation for patients and healthcare providers
• Facilitate clear communication during appointments, assessments, and follow-up care
• Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality standards

•Document encounter details per company protocols

  • Facilitated accurate communication between healthcare providers and patients in diverse medical settings.
  • Interpret complex medical terminology to ensure clarity and understanding for non-English speaking patients.

Telephone Surveyor (Remote)

The Crossroads Group
Work From Home
01.2024 - Current

• Conduct bilingual follow-up calls with patients post-appointment
• Interpret patient responses from Spanish into English
•Maintained confidentiality while accurately recording patient responses.

Front Office Coordinator

Highland Family Dentistry
Hiram, GA
02.2023 - 09.2023

• Managed patient scheduling, check-in, and check-out processes
• Verified insurance, processed billing, and collected payments
• Provided English–Spanish interpretation to support patient understanding of treatment and financial information
• Coordinated daily operations to support clinical staff

Hygiene Assistant & Front Office Coordinator

Young Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
Powder Springs, GA
05.2012 - 08.2015

• Coordinated front office operations in a busy pediatric dental practice
• Provided oral hygiene education and post-procedure instructions
• Supported clinical procedures while ensuring patient comfort
• Interpreted for Spanish-speaking patients and families

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting

Fortis College
Smyrna, GA
11-2012

Skills

    Bilingual: English & Spanish
    Medical terminology (English & Spanish)
    HIPAA compliance
    Consecutive interpretation
    Patient communication & support
    Cultural competency
    Remote and in-person healthcare settings

Certification

ALTA Medical Interpreter Training (40-Hour) – Breaking Boundaries in Healthcare | August 2025
• Medical terminology, interpreter ethics, HIPAA compliance
• Accuracy, professionalism, and cultural competency

Timeline

Medical Interpreter (Spanish–English)

Translation Station
12.2025 - Current

Telephone Surveyor (Remote)

The Crossroads Group
01.2024 - Current

Front Office Coordinator

Highland Family Dentistry
02.2023 - 09.2023

Hygiene Assistant & Front Office Coordinator

Young Smiles Pediatric Dentistry
05.2012 - 08.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting

Fortis College