Open To Work
Susan Martinez Sevilla
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Skilled Spanish Interpreter specializing in medical and legal terminology. Facilitates clear communication between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring ethical standards and cultural sensitivity. Translates with accuracy, respecting cultural nuances, and demonstrates proficiency in both English and Spanish across various communication contexts.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Spanish Interpreter and Translator
Freelancer-Contractor
Twin Cities, MN
02.2003 - Current
- Interpreted medical terminology accurately during patient consultations and examinations.
- Interpreted medical information accurately and effectively between Spanish-speaking patients and healthcare providers.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and Spanish-speaking patients.
- Facilitated conversations between doctors and patients through consecutive interpretation, ensuring accurate communication.
- Assisted in translating patient education materials into Spanish for better understanding.
- Worked with physicians to ensure accurate communication during patient exams.
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure clear understanding of treatment plans.
- Adapted interpretation methods to suit diverse clinical environments and patient needs.
- Maintained confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information and records.
- Provided cultural insights to improve communication effectiveness and enhance overall patient experience.
- Attended meetings with healthcare professionals to discuss the needs of Spanish-speaking patients.
- Participated in training sessions to improve interpretation skills and techniques regularly.
- Advised healthcare providers on best practices when communicating with Spanish-speaking patients.
- Helped facilitate culturally appropriate care for Spanish speaking populations.
- Utilized advanced terminology related to specific medical disciplines such as cardiology, neurology, gastroenterology, among many others.
- Provided translation assistance for legal documents or forms pertaining to medical treatments or procedures.
- Provided interpretation services in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, and doctor's offices.
- Assisted healthcare workers by translating telephone conversations with patients and family members.
- Collaborated with hospital leaders to promote healthcare initiatives for Spanish-speaking residents.
- Delivered simultaneous, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients.
- Proofread, edited and revised translated documents.
- Sat in on meetings to provide members with oral translations of conversations and information.
- Identified and resolved conflicts in translation or interpretation of words or concepts.
- Translated spoken words simultaneously orally or using hand signs, maintaining message content and style.
- Observed ethical standards while providing translation services that included maintaining objectivity at all times.
- Adhered to ethical codes protecting information confidentiality.
- Confirmed accuracy of technical terms and terminology and remained consistent during translation revisions.
- Used electronic listening system to listen to speakers' statements, determine meanings and prepare translations.
- Translated client documents between languages.
- Provided interpretation services during meetings and conferences.
- Provided interpretation services during meetings and conferences.
Education
BBA - Business in Tourism
Universidad Tecnológica De Mexico
Ciudad De Mexico, MX06-1998
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Saint Paul, MN06-1994
Skills
- Medical interpretation expertise
- Interpretation techniques
- Document translation
- Sight translation proficiency
- Terminology expertise
- Video remote interpreting
- Bilingual proficiency
- Cultural competency
- Client relationship management
- Problem solving skills
- Effective collaboration
- Memory techniques
- Adherence to code of ethics
Timeline
Spanish Interpreter and Translator
Freelancer-Contractor
02.2003 - Current
BBA - Business in Tourism
Universidad Tecnológica De Mexico
High School Diploma -
Central High School