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Remy UMWIZERWA

@remyumwizerwa

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Dedicated medical interpreter and skilled laboratory scientist.

Rwanda

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration, supports professional growth, and allows me to leverage my skills in medical interpretation and laboratory sciences.

As a Kinyarwanda/Kirundi medical interpreter, I am dedicated to helping individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) and providers bridge the language gap for smooth communication. My commitment to fostering collaborative relationships and achieving sustainable success is complemented by my expertise as a highly skilled laboratory scientist.

I excel at leading cross-functional teams and ensuring regulatory compliance, and I am passionate about bridging the gap between science and business to deliver impactful solutions. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences from the University of Rwanda, and I have completed various certifications that enhance my skills in medical interpretation and laboratory sciences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Medical Interpreter

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One World Global Services LLC

Mar 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)

As a Medical Interpreter, I facilitate communication between healthcare providers and patients with limited English proficiency, ensuring accurate and effective exchanges of information in medical settings.

Medical Interpretation Communication

Current

Marburg Outbreak Surveillance Support Staff

Current

Rwanda Biomedical Center

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

In this role, I support surveillance efforts during the Marburg outbreak, contributing to data collection and analysis to monitor and control the spread of the virus.

Data Collection Project Management Team Collaboration

Quantitative Data Collector

The Result Consult Co. Ltd.

Dec 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 month)

As a Quantitative Data Collector, I gather and analyze data for research projects, ensuring accuracy and reliability in the information collected.

Data Collection Data Analysis Time Management

Intern

University Teaching Hospital of Butare

Oct 2023 - Jan 2024 (3 months)

Gained practical experience during my internship at the University Teaching Hospital of Butare, focusing on laboratory techniques and patient interaction.

Biomedical Laboratory

Intern

University Teaching Hospital of Kigali

Jan 2023 - Feb 2023 (1 month)

Interned at the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali, where I assisted in various laboratory procedures and learned about healthcare operations.

Biomedical Laboratory

IT Manager

ARMELS

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Managed IT operations for ARMELS, overseeing technology projects, ensuring system functionality, and leading a team to enhance organizational efficiency.

IT Management Project Management