CV / English / Medical Linguist
Sofia Alvarez
Address: 1452 New Horizon Lane, San Diego, CA, 92103
Phone: (555) 123-4567
Email: [email protected]
Brief
A highly dedicated and skilled Medical Linguist with over 7 years of experience in medical translation, documentation, and patient communication. Specializes in rendering complex medical materials into clear, accessible language. Adept at working closely with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and culturally sensitive translation of medical documents and patient instructions. Brings a strong foundation in medical terminologies and linguistic principles, alongside a deep commitment to enhancing patient understanding and care.
Core Competencies
- Medical Translation
- Document Localization
- Patient Communication
- Medical Terminology
- Cross-cultural Competency
- Linguistic Analysis
- Confidentiality and Ethics
- Project Management
Technologies and Certifications
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Proficient with CAT Tools (SDL Trados, MemoQ)
- Certified Medical Interpreter (CMI)
- HIPAA Compliance Training
- Member of the American Translators Association (ATA)
Professional Experience
Lead Medical Linguist Global Health Solutions, Los Angeles, CA June 2018 – Present - Oversaw translation and localization of medical documents and patient information materials from English to Spanish. - Conducted linguistic validation and readibility tests on medical texts. - Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop accessible patient education programs. - Trained new translators on medical terminologies and best practices.
Medical Translator MediTrans Solutions, San Diego, CA January 2016 – May 2018 - Provided accurate translation of medical reports, prescriptions, and patient instructions. - Assisted in the adaptation of medical content for multicultural audiences. - Ensured confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations in all translated materials.
Education and Training
Master of Science in Medical Translation University of California, Los Angeles 2014 - 2016
Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics San Diego State University 2010 - 2014
Professional Development Workshops - Advances in Medical Translation Technology - Cultural Sensitivity in Patient Communication
Referees
Dr. Maria Gonzalez Senior Administrator Global Health Solutions Phone: (555) 987-6543 Email: [email protected]
Mr. Alan Turing Director MediTrans Solutions Phone: (555) 678-1234 Email: [email protected]