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Military Service
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Abdi Mohamud

Saint Cloud,MN

Summary

Experienced Medical Interpreter with a strong background at Bridge Language Center, specializing in Somali-English interpretation and possessing extensive knowledge of medical terminology. Demonstrates exceptional emotional intelligence and meticulous attention to detail, contributing to effective communication in diverse medical environments. Recognized for improving patient comprehension by 30%, showcasing exceptional bilingual communication and logistical coordination abilities. Committed to focusing on mental health and therapeutic services.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health Aide

Dungarvin, Minnesota
10.2024 - Current
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with HIPAA regulations and professional ethics guidelines.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support to individuals with mental health challenges.
  • Utilized effective time management skills to balance a high caseload, prioritizing tasks and ensuring timely completion of duties.
  • Assisted in the development of personalized treatment plans for better patient outcomes and progress tracking.
  • Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when engaging with diverse populations fostering a welcoming treatment atmosphere.

Senior Airman

Air Force Reserve
09.2022 - Current
  • Base Defense and Security: As part of law enforcement, the primary responsibility is to maintain a secure environment within the base premises
  • This includes implementing security protocols, conducting regular patrols, and monitoring surveillance systems to detect and deter any unauthorized access or suspicious activities
  • As law enforcement personnel I am trained to respond swiftly and effectively to security breaches or emergencies to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of all individuals within the base
  • Asset Protection: With billion-dollar technologies protected at base it was my responsibility to implement comprehensive asset protection strategies to safeguard these technologies against theft, vandalism, or sabotage
  • By deploying advanced security measures such as access control systems, perimeter fencing, video surveillance, droning, etc
  • Ensuring protection of high-value assets and prevent unauthorized tampering or theft
  • Protection of Senior Level Personnel: Senior-level military personnel, government officials, and diplomats faced security risks due to their prominent roles and responsibilities within civilian government and military
  • My responsibility is providing close protection services to these individuals, ensuring their safety during official engagements, travel, and public appearances
  • This involved conducting threat assessments, coordinating security details, and implementing protective measures to mitigate potential risks and ensure their safety
  • Compliance and Regulation: In addition to security and asset protection duties, law enforcement personnel must also adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and security protocols governing base defense and asset protection activities
  • Additional responsibilities being, coordinating with civilian law enforcement and federal agencies on jurisdiction and inter-agency and military communication and cooperation

Contracting Certified Medical Interpreter

Bridge Language Center
05.2019 - Current
  • Certified independent contracting Medical Interpreter, interpreting for Somali clients, doctors, nurses, and medical clinics
  • Being a liaison for multiple parties and giving effective communication for multiple parties in different languages
  • Working in the school system to help interpret for families with educational issues, example being truancy
  • Assisted patients with filling out forms by providing translation services in the preferred language
  • Utilized knowledge of medical terminology to accurately convey patient histories and diagnoses
  • Maintained strict confidentiality regarding patient records and other sensitive information
  • Established positive rapport with patients by engaging politely in native language
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing schedules or last-minute requests for interpretation services without compromising quality of care provided to patients.

Dispatcher Executive Assistant

New Wave Transportation
01.2019 - 03.2024
  • Paid Internship-Dispatching truck drivers, completing payrolls for truck drivers, general clerical office tasks, and assistant administrative tasks
  • Minimum of four years of related work experience (Executive Assistant support experience or other related project management/event coordination experience)
  • Advanced Microsoft Office Experience
  • Coordinate complex international travel in a timely manner, generate visas, passport management, document management and handle expense reports with insight on the cost of potential options while maintaining Leader's preferences
  • Work collaboratively with other Executive Assistants across the organization
  • Build a strong network with administrative position

Tutor/Mentor/Volunteer

Kumon
02.2015 - 10.2016
  • Helping students with reading and writing comprehension, basic and upper-level math skills
  • Helping bilingual students with English homework and reading comprehension to stay level with peers and in most cases surpassing their grade level reading and math skills
  • Provided feedback to students regarding their performance in class assignments and tests
  • Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with students who required additional support or guidance
  • Explained difficult concepts, terms and theories in easy-to-understand terminology

Community Work Volunteer

Catholic Charities
11.2015 - 09.2016
  • Helping families and individuals with groceries and items needed for living
  • Helping set up food and housing assistance for individuals and families through county services
  • Providing social services to individuals and families struggling with financial burdens
  • Worked with Somali community leaders to foster more volunteer work in the community, especially in nutritional information

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
01.2024

Associate's - Criminology

CCAF Community College of The Airforce
Montgomery, AL
01-2023

High School Diploma -

Sauk Rapids-Rice Senior High School
Sauk Rapids, MN
01-2020

Skills

  • Logistics Coordination
  • Retail Merchandising
  • Somali Language Proficiency
  • English
  • Multilingual
  • Knowledge of Clinical Terminology
  • Multilingual Translation
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Health Information Administration
  • Administrative Coordination
  • Organized Note-taking
  • Anatomical and Physiological Understanding

Military Service

Air Force Reserve, United States, Senior Airman, 09/01/22 - Present, 

Base Defense and Security: As part of law enforcement, the primary responsibility is to maintain a secure environment within the base premises. Asset Protection: Implement comprehensive asset protection strategies to safeguard technologies against theft, vandalism, or sabotage. Protection of Senior Level Personnel: Providing close protection services to senior-level military personnel, government officials, and diplomats. Compliance and Regulation: Adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and security protocols governing base defense and asset protection activities.

Certification

  • Certificate in Intercultural Management
  • Community Interpreter Certificate

Timeline

Mental Health Aide

Dungarvin, Minnesota
10.2024 - Current

Senior Airman

Air Force Reserve
09.2022 - Current

Contracting Certified Medical Interpreter

Bridge Language Center
05.2019 - Current

Dispatcher Executive Assistant

New Wave Transportation
01.2019 - 03.2024

Community Work Volunteer

Catholic Charities
11.2015 - 09.2016

Tutor/Mentor/Volunteer

Kumon
02.2015 - 10.2016
  • Certificate in Intercultural Management
  • Community Interpreter Certificate

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences

Saint Cloud State University

Associate's - Criminology

CCAF Community College of The Airforce

High School Diploma -

Sauk Rapids-Rice Senior High School
Abdi Mohamud