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Jonathan Ramirez

Spanish Interpreter And Customer Service Agent.
San Salvador

Summary

Accomplished Spanish Medical Interpreter at TransLangua, leveraging expertise in healthcare systems and empathy to enhance patient care. Streamlined interpreter scheduling, boosting efficiency by 80%. Skilled in accurate translation and active listening, adept at bridging language barriers in high-stakes environments, including legal and healthcare settings. Excelled in team collaboration and problem-solving, ensuring clear communication and culturally sensitive service delivery.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spanish Medical Interpreter

TransLangua
Houston , TX
07.2022 - Current
  • Assisted healthcare professionals in delivering culturally sensitive care to Spanish-speaking patients.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with the quality of medical services through clear communication and empathy.
  • Streamlined interpreter scheduling processes, resulting in a more efficient allocation of resources across departments.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to discuss complex cases, providing valuable insights from a linguistics perspective.
  • Bridged language barriers, allowing Spanish-speaking patients to have equal access to healthcare services.
  • Enhanced patient understanding by providing accurate and timely translations during medical appointments.
  • Provided interpretation services during telemedicine consultations, enabling remote access to critical healthcare services for Spanish-speaking patients.

Spanish Interpreter

ULG
09.2014 - 02.2021
  • Developed a comprehensive glossary of industry-specific terms to improve translation accuracy and consistency across projects.
  • Provided cultural input to speakers to help parties who did not speak similar languages communicate with and understand one another.
  • Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
  • Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
  • Enabled non-Spanish speaking educators to reach wider student audience by interpreting educational content and feedback into Spanish.
  • Facilitated clear communication between healthcare providers and patients, bridging language barriers for optimal care delivery.
  • Provided invaluable support during high-stakes legal cases by delivering highly accurate consecutive interpretation services in court proceedings.
  • Improved service delivery in social work by interpreting for case management sessions, helping Spanish-speaking clients navigate complex systems.

Customer Service Representative

Benson Comunnications
06.2009 - 07.2014
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
  • Maintained detailed records of customer interactions, ensuring proper follow-up and resolution of issues.
  • Developed strong product knowledge to provide informed recommendations based on individual customer needs.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Trained new Customer Service Representatives on company policies, procedures, and best practices.

Radio Host

Telecorporacion Fm
04.2004 - 10.2008
  • Engaged listeners through social media platforms to increase station visibility.
  • Hosted music, news and entertainment segments for well-rounded radio shows.
  • Devised marketing and promotional campaigns to increase ratings and listener base.
  • Facilitated live coverage of special events, promotions, and sports matches.
  • Operated studio sound boards, desks and playout software for slick, professional broadcasts.
  • Selected and created audio cuts and pre-produced audio programs for more fluid broadcasting.
  • Developed engaging content for listeners and guests, including competitions, interviews and phone-ins.

Education

HIPAA Certifications - HIPAA Compliance

ProZ
Syracuse NY
01.2024 - 01.2024

Bilingual Degree - English Education

Escuela Interamericana
Santa Ana, El Salvador
01.2009 - 11.2010

No Degree - Communications

Universidad De El Salvador
San Salvador, El Salvador
02.2003 - 09.2008

High School Diploma -

INSA
Santa Ana, El Salvador
05.2001 -

Skills

Healthcare Systems Understanding

Patient confidentiality

Medical Ethics

Anatomy knowledge

Empathy and Sensitivity

Fluent Spanish

Call Management

Medical Terminology

Microsoft Office

Teamwork and Collaboration

Time Management

Problem-solving abilities

Multitasking

Client Service

Adaptability and Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Software

Good software skills

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Medical and Court sertification

Timeline

HIPAA Certifications - HIPAA Compliance

ProZ
01.2024 - 01.2024

Spanish Medical Interpreter

TransLangua
07.2022 - Current

Spanish Interpreter

ULG
09.2014 - 02.2021

Medical and Court sertification

08-2014

Customer Service Representative

Benson Comunnications
06.2009 - 07.2014

Bilingual Degree - English Education

Escuela Interamericana
01.2009 - 11.2010

Radio Host

Telecorporacion Fm
04.2004 - 10.2008

No Degree - Communications

Universidad De El Salvador
02.2003 - 09.2008

High School Diploma -

INSA
05.2001 -
Jonathan RamirezSpanish Interpreter And Customer Service Agent.