Walter M Garcia
La Vega,Dominican Republic
Summary
Diligent interpreter with strong background in Spanish medical interpreting and proven ability to facilitate clear communication between healthcare professionals and patients. Successfully managed complex medical terminologies and provided accurate translations to enhance patient care. Demonstrated proficiency in medical terminology and cultural competence.
To enhance a position in which the organization would be able to use my knowledge and skills at all times, and apply my knowledge by striving to use my potential in what is considered good professional performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Interpreting
Telelanguage
04.2014 - 10.2022
- Providing over-the-phone relay interpretation for hospitals across the United States, utility companies, government agencies, and low enforcement agencies
Customer Service Interpreting
Language Line Solutions
06.2007 - 09.2010
- Provided over-the-phone interpretation in various areas such as car insurance recorded statements, medical calls, financial calls, and 911 emergencies
- Mentored new hires to assist and help develop their interpreting skills
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of language interpretation services.
Teaching High School English
Colegio Bautista Cristiano
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Taught advanced English for all high school grades
- Promoted critical thinking skills by challenging students to analyze literary texts and express their interpretations in written assignments.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing consistent expectations and consequences for all students.
Teaching Middle School
Calvary Baptist Christian School
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Being the homeroom teacher for 7th grade, teaching various subjects such as Spanish grammar, Bible, Earth Science, and Physical Education
- Enhanced communication by managing correspondence, distributing memos, and updating school bulletin boards.
Medical Interpreter
Voyce
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained strict confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA guidelines while handling sensitive medical information during the interpretation process.
- Followed ethical codes to protect confidentiality of patient medical information.
- Supported healthcare professionals in delivering accurate diagnoses by effectively interpreting detailed medical histories from non-English speaking patients.
- Ensured clear communication by providing precise interpretation of doctor''s instructions, diagnoses, and prescriptions to non-English speaking patients.
- Enhanced patient understanding by accurately interpreting medical terminology and complex concepts between medical professionals and patients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Calvary Baptist Bible College
Carolina, Puerto Rico05-2005
High School Diploma -
Liceo Gaston Fernando Deligne
Constanza, La Vega 06-1998
Skills
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Relay Interpreting for the medical field
- Teaching Spanish and English as a second language
- Mentoring new hires for a customer service interpretation company
- Side by side medical interpreting
- Document Translation
- Simultaneous interpreting for doctors conference
Accomplishments
- Teaching advanced English for all high school grades
- Interpreter for a church and international Bible conferences
- Simultaneous interpreting for medical doctor conferences
- Teaching Spanish as a second language
Running and Hiking
I've been a marathon runner for the last 10 years. I also love hiking and I often hike up El Pico Duarte, the highest mountain in the Caribbean, a total of 3100 meters above sea level. I love going outdoors and enjoying nature.
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Medical Interpreter
Voyce
03.2023 - Current
Medical Interpreting
Telelanguage
04.2014 - 10.2022
Teaching High School English
Colegio Bautista Cristiano
08.2009 - 06.2010
Customer Service Interpreting
Language Line Solutions
06.2007 - 09.2010
Teaching Middle School
Calvary Baptist Christian School
08.2005 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Calvary Baptist Bible College
High School Diploma -
Liceo Gaston Fernando Deligne
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