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MAXWELL DAVIS

Ann Arbor,Michigan

Summary

Bilingual professional with experience as a Spanish medical interpreter. Possesses strong linguistic skills, cultural competency, and an understanding of medical terminology in both English and Spanish. Able to facilitate effective communication between healthcare providers and patients. Previous roles involved accurately interpreting medical information, assisting with patient care coordination, and promoting health literacy among Spanish-speaking populations.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spanish Medical Interpreter (volunteer)

Foundation For Peace
Santo Domingo
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Helped facilitate culturally appropriate care for Spanish speaking populations.
  • Supported nursing staff by interpreting instructions given by physicians to Spanish-speaking patients.
  • Observed ethical standards while providing translation services that included maintaining objectivity at all times.
  • Facilitated conversations between doctors and patients by providing consecutive interpretation of dialogue.
  • Assisted Spanish-speaking patients in understanding their diagnosis and treatment plans.

Medical Interpreter (volunteer)

Misión ILAC
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Interpreted for English-speaking medical professionals and Spanish-speaking patients to enhance understanding.
  • Assisted medical professionals by transcribing vital patient information accurately.
  • Participated in seminars on medical terminology and its cultural applications.
  • Utilized cultural sensitivity when interpreting conversations involving cross-cultural dialogue.
  • Provided education about cultural differences associated with various languages spoken by patients.

Spanish Literacy Promoter

Peace Corps Dominican Republic
Los Hatillos
11.2022 - 11.2024
  • Collaborated with educators to integrate innovative teaching practices into classrooms.
  • Engaged students to enhance literacy skills through targeted support.
  • Facilitated family involvement in literacy education to create a supportive environment.
  • Collected and reported data to track progress and inform instruction.

Education

Spanish Language and Literature and TEFL

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, Michigan
05.2021

Skills

  • Trained Medical Interpreter
  • English and Spanish fluency
  • Cultural awareness
  • Consecutive interpretation
  • Medical terminology
  • Attention to detail
  • Working with children and families

Languages

English
First Language
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2

Certification

AALB

60-hour Medical Interpreter Course

Timeline

Spanish Medical Interpreter (volunteer)

Foundation For Peace
10.2024 - 10.2024

Medical Interpreter (volunteer)

Misión ILAC
02.2024 - 02.2024

Spanish Literacy Promoter

Peace Corps Dominican Republic
11.2022 - 11.2024

Spanish Language and Literature and TEFL

Eastern Michigan University

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