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Yazmin Aybar

Leander,TX

Summary

Highly experienced Medical Interpreter with 8+ years of proven track record of delivering precise interpretation and translations between English and Spanish. In-depth understanding of cultural nuances to effectively bridge communication. Known for accuracy and interpersonal skills. Proven leadership and collaborative skills. Possesses strong analytical and planning abilities, with a track record of effectively managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Interpreter /Care Manager

Lehigh Valley Health Network
09.2019 - 05.2024
  • Educated patients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage diagnosis.
  • Collaborated with providers, social workers, school dean, teachers, and care managers to implement support for patient-student and parent in various settings within community and schools.
  • Ensure alignment with Individual Educational Plan (IEP), within special education district policies and common core standards for LEP patients and families.
  • Worked with March of Dimes, pediatric unit, and schools which culminated in a yearlong reading advocacy program which increase reading awareness by 50%.
  • Handled an average of 250 patients monthly, ensuring accurate interpretation align wit medical standards.
  • Developed strong rapport with diverse patient population through empathetic listening and compassionate communication interactions.

Medical Interpreter Supervisor

Lehigh Valley Health Network
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA guidelines while handling sensitive medical information during the interpretation process.
  • Developed procedures for handling confidential patient information, ensuring privacy and security at all times.
  • Coach and observe interpreters to meet the needs of the clinic while ensuring best-practices and compliance requirements.
  • Streamlined monthly goal reports reducing average time of completion to 1 page.
  • Review specialty referrals, help schedule appointments and support the daily operation of the clinic.
  • Selected to be a member of the Enabling Services Committee creating and updating policies and procedures and discussing new processes in preparation for FQHC designation.




Trained Medical Interpreter

Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pediatrics
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Serve as a cultural and linguistic resource to patients, providers, and staff to contribute successful outcome.
  • Effectively communicate interpretation daily for 25 providers, in the consecutive simultaneous and sight translation modes for Limited English Proficient (LEP).
  • Provide highly accurate verbal interpretation for over 500 patients and over 1000 written translation documents monthly.
  • Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.



Trained Medical Interpreter

Bridging the Gap/Community Exchange
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Act as conduit between patients and medical professionals by listening to the professional and orally translating information into a patient's native language in layman's terms
  • Interpret for community-based events and assignments within the education, health and social services sectors, court hearings, solicitor interviews, custody hearings and immigration tribunals
  • Interpret messages simultaneously or consecutively into either Spanish or English


Education

Bachelor's - Social Science

Cedar Crest College, Allentown, PA
01.2003

Towards bachelor's in Social Science

Associates Degree - Medical Administrative Assistant

Allentown Business School, Allentown,PA
01.1999

Skills

  • Proficient in English-Spanish
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Medical Terminology
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • EPIC Software
  • Project Planning and Execution
  • Crisis & Case Management
  • Rapid and Adaptive

Certificationsandorganizations

  • Trained Medical Interpretation (Bridging the Gap)
  • Completed and passed ACTFL Oral Proficiency interview (OPIC)
  • CPR/First Aid
  • HIPPA
  • Child Development Partner (CDA)
  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
  • Member of International Medical Interpreter Association (IMIA)

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Medical Interpreter /Care Manager - Lehigh Valley Health Network
09.2019 - 05.2024
Medical Interpreter Supervisor - Lehigh Valley Health Network
08.2017 - 09.2019
Trained Medical Interpreter - Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pediatrics
08.2016 - 08.2017
Trained Medical Interpreter - Bridging the Gap/Community Exchange
05.2016 - 08.2016
Cedar Crest College - Bachelor's, Social Science
Allentown Business School - Associates Degree, Medical Administrative Assistant

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