Guled Hussein
Cardiff,UK
Summary
Experienced interpreter specialising in bilingual consecutive interpreting with a focus on medical and healthcare settings, including clinical and mental health contexts. Demonstrates strong medical terminology knowledge and the ability to deliver face-to-face, telephone, and video interpreting with confidence. Committed to strict confidentiality, impartiality, and professional codes of conduct while handling sensitive situations calmly and professionally. Possesses good IT literacy for using online platforms and digital systems, alongside reliable time management and flexible availability.
Offering strong analytical skills, effective communication, and compassionate approach to patient care. Knowledgeable about medical protocols and eager to contribute to collaborative healthcare environment. Ready to use and develop diagnostic abilities, patient interaction, and teamwork skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Medical Doctor
Travod UK
2021.01 - 2024.01
- Delivered accurate, impartial interpretation services across face-to-face, telephone, and video platforms for public and private sector clients.
- Interpreted complex and sensitive discussions while maintaining strict confidentiality, neutrality, and professional standards.
- Supported effective communication in healthcare, social services, education, and community-based settings.
- Prepared for assignments through terminology review and contextual familiarisation to ensure accuracy and clarity.
- Managed assignments independently, adhering to schedules, reporting requirements, and client expectations.
- Maintained calm and professional conduct in challenging or unexpected situations.
- Complied with interpreter codes of conduct, data protection, and safeguarding requirements.
- Communicated clearly with agency coordinators regarding availability, bookings, and feedback.
Translator/Interpreter
Wordminds Translations UK
2021.01 - 2024.01
- Provided accurate and impartial interpretation services across face-to-face, telephone, and video settings for clients in healthcare, social services, education, and community contexts.
- Interpreted sensitive and complex conversations with professionalism, cultural awareness, and strict adherence to confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Supported effective communication between service providers and limited English speakers, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and neutrality at all times.
- Managed assignments independently, including preparation, terminology familiarisation, and timely attendance for scheduled bookings.
- Maintained professional conduct in emotionally challenging or unexpected situations, remaining calm and focused.
- Followed interpreter codes of conduct and data protection requirements across all assignments.
- Communicated effectively with coordinators and clients regarding availability, scheduling, and assignment requirements.
- Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and flexibility across a range of sectors and service settings.
Education
MSc - MSc of Public Health
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff 2022.09 - 2024.05
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS
International University of Africa
Sudan 2014.01 - 2019.01
Skills
- Bilingual consecutive interpreting with accurate and clear message transfer
- Medical and healthcare interpreting, including clinical and mental health contexts
- Ability to deliver face-to-face, telephone, and video interpreting confidently
- Strict adherence to confidentiality, impartiality, and professional codes of conduct
- Strong medical terminology and understanding of clinical concepts
- Calm, professional handling of sensitive or unexpected situations
- Good IT literacy, including use of online platforms, email, and digital systems
- Reliable time management, attention to detail, and flexible availability
AVAILABILITY & RIGHT TO WORK
Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Languages
English
Advanced
Arabic
Native
Somali
Native
Timeline
MSc - MSc of Public Health
Cardiff Metropolitan University
2022.09 - 2024.05
Medical Doctor
Travod UK
2021.01 - 2024.01
Translator/Interpreter
Wordminds Translations UK
2021.01 - 2024.01
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS
International University of Africa
2014.01 - 2019.01