I have been an interpreter since January 12, of 2015 for yakima valley memorial hospital, My goal has been to work in the medical fields and Being bilingual has brought me into interpreting service for my community that has a language barrier, I have gained so many experiences throughout the years of my interpreting service, I have had the experience in interpreting for the city council and For The law enforcement in the Yakima county and for The Wild fire department.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Self Employed Services/ Labor And Industry
01.2015 - Current
Implemented new interpretation technologies to enhance the quality of communication between healthcare providers and non-English speaking patients.
Provided interpretation services during telemedicine consultations, enabling remote access to critical healthcare services for Spanish-speaking patients.
Contributed to a 20% decrease in appointment delays by efficiently interpreting complex medical terminology for non-English speaking patients.
Developed educational materials in Spanish to help non-English speaking patients better understand their diagnoses and treatment options.
Bridged language barriers, allowing Spanish-speaking patients to have equal access to healthcare services.
Improved patient satisfaction with the quality of medical services through clear communication and empathy.
Served as an essential resource during emergency situations involving non-English speaking patients, providing life-saving information in realtime.
Assistant Teacher
Head Start Program
08.2014 - 12.2014
Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
Assisted in implementation of new learning tools, systems and materials.
Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
Planned, prepared and presented group assignments to encourage collaboration.
Monitored students during quizzes and tests.
Delivered supplementary lessons and practice assignments.
Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Education
High School Diploma - CNA
Hardee Senior High School
Wauchula, FL
05.2007
Skills
Fluent Spanish
Empathy and Sensitivity
Healthcare Systems Understanding
Fluent English
Patient confidentiality
Medical Ethics
Anatomy knowledge
Memory retention
Sight Translation
Medical Terminology
Continuing education
Video remote services
Procedure interpretation
Ethical Codes Adherence
Critical Thinking
Client Service
Language Fluency
Certification
Certified Medical Interpreter
Timeline
Spanish Medical Interpreter
Self Employed Services/ Labor And Industry
01.2015 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Head Start Program
08.2014 - 12.2014
High School Diploma - CNA
Hardee Senior High School
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