KH
Kaim Herr
Professional Summary
Bilingual Medical Interpreter fluent in Hmong and English.
Compassionate and caring professional offering 15 years of experience interpreting and translating services to benefit patients and medical personnel. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, clinical practices and healthcare system.
Work History
Advoate Aurora Healthcare - Medical Interpreter
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
09/2014 - Current
World Finanial Group - Financial Planner
Elk Grove, CA
03/2010 - 07/2012
Served as medical interpreter for patients and staff clinical encounters by delivering accurate, skilled interpretations to facilitate effective communications.
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Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
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Interpreted services to families during process of scheduling initial visit and coordination of ongoing treatment.
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Translated documents about treatment directions and helped non- English speaking patients fill out medical forms.
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Translated procedural information to facilitate understanding between doctors and patients.
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Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
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Interviewed clients to determine current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives, risk tolerance and other information needed to develop financial plan.
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Answered clients' questions about purposes and details of financial plans and strategies.
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Drafted comprehensive financial plan to offer recommendations and supporting data.
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Established and deepened existing client relationships through complex financial planning.
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Mequon, Wisconsin 53097
Skills
● Active Listening
● Oral and Written Communications
● Critical Thinking
● Word Conflict Identification
Education
08/2004
Golden Gate University
San Francisco
Master of Science: Healthcare
Administration
06/1997
Park University
Kansas City, MO.
Bachelor of Science: Nutrition Sciences
06/1991
Merced High School
Merced, CA.
High School Diploma
Language World Services, Inc. - Medical Interpreter Carmichael, California
03/2004 - 07/2012
Hmong Women's Heritage Association - Lead Family Specialist Sacramento, California
01/1989 - 06/2006
America Movie Cinema (AMC) - Manager Trainee
Kansas City, MO
03/1996 - 07/1997
Assisted clients in making beneficial and strategic decisions regarding investments, low-cash financing and sourcing overseas partners.
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Served as medical interpreter for patients and staff clinical encounters by delivering accurate, skilled interpretations to facilitate effective communications.
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Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
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Interpreted services to families during process of scheduling initial visit and coordination of ongoing treatment.
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Translated documents about treatment directions and helped non- English speaking patients fill out medical forms.
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Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
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● Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care. Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
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Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
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Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
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Explained services and products to customers in friendly and engaging way.
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Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
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Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
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Resolved escalated concerns using professionalism and understanding of facets of issue.
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