Spanish medical interpreter
Resume:
Doris Whittemore
Romulus, MI ***74
*****.**********@*****.***
EXPERIENCE
Southwest Counseling Solutions, Detroit
April 11 2016 to Present
Spanish Interpreter and Translator- Assist Thrive by Five Detroit program and families with translation and Interpretation of educational meetings, workshops, Policy Council and Policy Committee meetings.
Communicate with parents on behalf of the program (e.g. translate/interpret and
assist with completing paperwork, etc.) for the purpose of emphasizing the program
priorities and/or ensuring the continuous existence of partnerships between the
program center based and home based.
Conduct parent/family contacts (home and program) for the purpose of obtaining
and/or relaying information.
Translate/interpret written materials and conversations for the purpose of
facilitating communication between parents and the program staff.
Flexibility in working with parents and program personnel in a wide variety of
circumstances.
Other relevant duties as assigned.
Multilanguage Services
January 14 2015 to Present
Spanish Interpreter & Telephone Interpreter – Interpreting in one of two basic modes: simultaneous, which is immediate interpreting as someone is speaking, or consecutive, which is done at intervals after someone has finished saying several words or sentences. Provide translation services to Spanish speakers in written forms. Work in specialized roles, such as in healthcare or legal settings.
Worldwide Interpreters
March 2015 to Present
Spanish Interpreter -Provide oral and written interpretation services. Verify information from original text in order to ensure appropriate interpreting. Discuss interpretation requirements with clients to ensure error free documents. Listen carefully to conversations and provide verbatim interpretation. Ensure that the context of the language isn’t altered during interpretation. Work in healthcare and legal assessments.
Futura Language Professionals
December 3, 2013 to June 3 - 2014
Part-Time Spanish Teacher- Teach after School Class once a week. Building block method of learning is a hands-on, conversation approach to teaching Spanish. Fun-based teaching method uses songs, games, and cultural activities to promote language learning in a dynamic, age-appropriate manner. Teach mixed age class. Read and write activities appropriate for grades 2 and 3.
TeachWorld
May 5 to May 9 – 2014
Spanish Teacher – Intensive training – Intensive class for the government employer.
Where the employed need to take DLPT test. Helped improve speaking and pronunciation such as practicing with conversations, presentations, critical thinking, and problem solving.
Taught about world events and life scenarios. Also, worked with dialects and vocabulary from different Spanish speaking countries.
Green Arrow Enterprises (contracted to DDOT)
October 07 to October 20 – 2013
August 27 to September 14 -2014
Surveyor/ Interpreter - Ride bus routes daily and pass out surveys to the riders of the bus. Surveys were to gather information from riders on how to better the DDOT bus system. Rode the Spanish routes and translated surveys to riders as needed in Spanish. Achieved daily and weekly goals for amount of surveys needed each day. Reported to Manager at the end of each shift with completed surveys.
Logistic Services (FORD), Flat Rock, Michigan
September 2004 – July 2014
General Laborer - Drove and operated heavy machinery. Processed incoming and outgoing freight. Prepared and organized parts for delivery. Worked on assembly line.
Hotel Las Lomas, Rionegro, Colombia
2001-2003
Nurse Assistant/Caregiver – Liaison between patients and physicians. Administered medications. Assisted in personal hygiene and ADL. Administered IVs. Performed Vein Puncture. Checked blood pressure and vital signs. Provided companionship. Provided exceptional patient care to meet the needs of patients, their families and personnel.
EADE, Rionegro, Colombia
1994-1997
Office Manager – maintained office and assisted in special projects. Answered and directed callers. Processed bills. Assisted with general office duties.
EDUCATION
University of Michigan Health System
Interpreting in Mental Health II, 2016
Interpreting in Mental Health III, 2016
University of Michigan Health System, Michigan
BRIDGING THE GAP
Professional Medical Interpreter Training, 2015
Henry Ford Hospital, Wyandotte, Michigan
Health Care Provider Level I course, 2009
Henry Ford Hospital, Wyandotte, Michigan
Completed Medical Terminology course, 2007
Cedes Institute, Rionegro, Colombia
Nursing Assistant Degree, 2000
SKILLS
Bi-Lingual – Spanish/English
Computer Skills – Word, Excel, Internet
REFERENCES
Karen Robinson
Site Leader
Southwest Solutions
Malcolm D. Pennington III
Program Services Manager
Southwest Solutions
Beverly A. Hogan
Social Service Specialist
Southwest Solutions
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