Adar Hussein
Interpreter
Nairobi
Summary
Highly skilled and culturally sensitive Arabic Medical Interpreter with extensive experience providing accurate and empathetic consecutive and simultaneous interpretation in healthcare settings, including remote medical interpretation. Proficient in medical terminology, diagnostics, treatments, and patient care procedures. Adept at bridging communication gaps between Arabic-speaking patients and healthcare providers, ensuring confidentiality, clarity, and cultural understanding. Experienced in both in-person and remote interpreting, with a strong commitment to maintaining ethical standards and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Remote Medical Interpreter
Boostingo
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided remote consecutive interpretation for Arabic-speaking patients and healthcare providers via video calls and telemedicine platforms
- Interpreted medical consultations, procedures, diagnoses, and follow-up care in real-time, ensuring clear and accurate communication between patients and medical professionals
- Demonstrated expertise in medical terminology, including diagnostics, treatments, medications, and medical equipment, in both Arabic and English
- Ensured patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance during virtual consultations, upholding the highest ethical standards
- Utilized telemedicine platforms (such as Zoom, Skype, and specialized healthcare apps) to support healthcare delivery to patients in remote or underserved locations
- Received positive feedback for maintaining professionalism, accuracy, and empathy in high-pressure, remote settings
Medical Interpreter
Red Cross
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Arabic: Native proficiency, with expertise in medical terminology in Modern Standard Arabic and dialects
- Somali: Native proficiency
- English: C2 Proficient Level
- Delivered consecutive interpretation for Arabic-speaking patients in various medical settings, ensuring clear communication between patients and healthcare professionals
- Interpreted medical terminology, including diagnostics, treatments, medications, and medical procedures, ensuring accurate and culturally sensitive communication
- Maintained strict confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ethical codes, safeguarding patient privacy at all times
- Assisted in the development of medical glossaries and terminology databases for commonly used medical terms in Arabic, improving accuracy in future interpretation
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide precise interpretation during patient assessments, medical procedures, and follow-up care
- Received recognition for consistently maintaining a high level of professionalism and accuracy in challenging medical cases
Translator and Interpreter
UNHCR
06.2017 - 11.2020
- Provided consecutive interpretation for Arabic-speaking refugees in legal, medical, and social service contexts, ensuring effective communication between refugees and service providers
- Translated sensitive documents, including medical records, legal forms, and refugee status assessments, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality
- Developed and implemented terminology glossaries to ensure consistent and accurate interpretation of key medical, legal, and social service terms
- Participated in cross-cultural training sessions to enhance understanding of refugee needs, improving the quality of interpretation services provided
- Applied knowledge of medical terminology in the context of refugee healthcare, including interpreting for medical consultations and emergency services
Education
Diploma - Business Management
Atlas College
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Mount Kenya University
Skills
- Medical Interpretation (Consecutive & Sight Translation)
- Arabic Medical Terminology (Modern Standard Arabic & Dialects)
- Cultural Sensitivity & Cross-Cultural Communication
- Patient Confidentiality & HIPAA Compliance
- Remote Interpreting & Telemedicine
- Medical Equipment & Testing Terminology
- Empathy & Active Listening
- Concept Interpretation & Critical Thinking
- Medical Procedure Interpretation
- Medical Glossary Creation & Terminology Management
Certification
Interpreter Training Certificate - 40 hours
Accomplishments
- Successfully interpreted in over 500 medical consultations, ensuring accurate communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Developed a comprehensive glossary of medical terms in Arabic and English, improving interpretation accuracy and consistency.
- Trained and mentored junior interpreters on medical terminology and interpretation techniques, improving team performance.
- Received positive feedback from healthcare providers for maintaining high standards of accuracy, cultural sensitivity, and professionalism in high-pressure environments.
Additionalinformation
Comfortable with remote interpreting platforms such as Zoom, Skype, and specialized telemedicine platforms., Strong commitment to providing compassionate and empathetic interpretation, improving patient experience and healthcare outcomes.
Professional Development
- Arabic Medical Terminology Course (Online - Coursera, EDX, or another reputable platform)
- Telemedicine Interpreter Training (Online course or certification, to enhance experience with remote interpreting)
- Medical Interpreting Internship (Consider volunteering or interning at a local hospital or clinic to gain more hands-on experience)
Langues
Arabic Native
Somali -Native like
English -C2 Proficiency
Timeline
Remote Medical Interpreter
Boostingo
01.2023 - 12.2023
Medical Interpreter
Red Cross
01.2021 - 12.2022
Translator and Interpreter
UNHCR
06.2017 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Mount Kenya University
Diploma - Business Management
Atlas College
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