Rocio Lucas
Malden,MA
Summary
Dynamic Spanish Medical Interpreter with a proven track record at Cambridge Health Alliance, recognized for exceptional service. Skilled in consecutive interpretation and cultural sensitivity, I enhance patient interactions and ensure accurate communication. Committed to professionalism and confidentiality, I deliver impactful translations that foster understanding and improve patient outcomes.
Experienced with medical terminology and Spanish-English translation, ensuring accurate and clear communication in healthcare settings. Utilizes cultural competence and active listening to support patient care and provider interactions. Knowledge of ethical standards and confidentiality practices in medical interpretation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Cambridge Health Alliance-Everett Hospital
07.2007 - Current
- Facilitated effective communication between medical staff and patients, ensuring accurate understanding of medical information.
- Enhanced patient interaction by employing empathy and active listening skills during interpretation.
- Received recognition for outstanding service as a Medical Interpreter at the annual Hospital Quality Awards ceremony.
English -Spanish Translator
World Vision
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Translated and adapted social messaging, online content and marketing collateral.
- Ensured client satisfaction by delivering prompt and accurate translations of website content, manuals, and user guides.
Private Spanish Tutor
Private Practice
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Instructed students on Spanish grammar, pronunciation, spelling, vocabulary, composition and dialogue.
- Helped students raise grades with comprehensive support for conversational, reading comprehension and oral expression Spanish-language abilities.
Education
No Degree - Training Certification in Legal Interpreting
Cross Cultural Communication System Inc.
Woburn, MA01-2010
Training Certification in Medical Interpreting - Foreign Languages Education
Cross Cultural Communication System Inc.
Winchester, MA01-2006
Bachelor of Arts - English-Spanish Translation And Interpreting
Ricardo Palma Private University
Lima, Peru12-2000
Skills
- Consecutive interpretation
- Video remote services
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Team collaboration
- Document translation
- Professional ethics
- Confidentiality understanding
- Professionalism
- Cultural sensitivity
Timeline
English -Spanish Translator
World Vision
01.2010 - 01.2012
Private Spanish Tutor
Private Practice
01.2008 - 01.2012
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Cambridge Health Alliance-Everett Hospital
07.2007 - Current
No Degree - Training Certification in Legal Interpreting
Cross Cultural Communication System Inc.
Training Certification in Medical Interpreting - Foreign Languages Education
Cross Cultural Communication System Inc.
Bachelor of Arts - English-Spanish Translation And Interpreting
Ricardo Palma Private University