MOHAMMAD ZALMAI
Saint Paul, MN ***** 612-***-**** adttif@r.postjobfree.com
Summary
Skilled Interpreter with 10 plus years of experience while embedded with US Armed Forces. Moves easily between Pashto, Dari, Urdu, Farsi and English. Focused aptitude for conveying emotion, style, and content of speaker's words in translations. Bringing in-depth knowledge of cultural context and idiosyncrasies.
Skills
Microsoft Office
Oral and Written Communication
Translation Accuracy
Ethical Code Adherence
Friendly, positive attitude
Reliable and trustworthy
Experience
Medical Interpreter Jan 2022 to Current
UMN Community-University Health Care Center Minneapolis, MN Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations for clients. Interpreted verbal and written information during examinations, tests and treatments.
Obtained permission from patients to translate confidential medical information to and from healthcare teammates.
Conducted patient intake interviews to collect medical information and insurance details.
Called patients to confirm scheduled appointments and obtain additional details. Assisted healthcare workers by translating telephone conversations with patients and family members.
Manufacturing Production Associate Feb 2022 to Current Donatelle Plastics New Brighton, MN
Practiced safe and hazard-free work environments in line with company standards. Met daily production goals by working efficiently and collaboratively. Interperter Jan 2022 to Current
University Language Center Edina, MN
Supplied thorough, accurate and ethical interpreter services for individuals with limited English speaking skills.
Traveled to local agencies to provide interpreting services for clients, patients. Interpreter Jan 2007 to Aug 2021
Ecolog International
Delivered real-time, accurate oral translations and interpretations between US Armed Forces and Afghanistan Forces along with civilians. Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another. Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties. Languages
Pashto:
Native/ Bilingual
Dari:
Full Professional
Urdu:
Full Professional
English:
Full Professional
Farsi:
Full Professional