Yussuf Kosgei
Professional Interpreter offering 3+ years of experience specializing in remote interpretation for the financial, legal, and medical sectors. Expertly proficient in English/Somali/Swahili, ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality and professional ethics while maintaining high-volume call efficiency in fast-paced environments."
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About
Dynamic and multilingual Somali and Swahili Interpreter with over 3 years of proven experience providing accurate, confidential, and culturally appropriate interpretation services for diverse clients across the medical, legal, financial, educational, and social service sectors. Skilled in both Over-the-Phone Interpretation (OPI) and Video Remote Interpretation (VRI). Known for professionalism, strong work ethic, and deep cultural competence.
Adept at handling sensitive information with precision, confidentiality, and empathy. Highly trained in HIPAA compliance, Fraud, Waste, and Abuse prevention, and professional interpreter standards. Dedicated to fostering clear communication and improving understanding between professionals and Limited English Proficient (LEP) individuals.
Experience
Somali/Swahili Medical Interpreter at C-Gat Solutions (2024-02 – 2025-08)
Delivered high-quality interpretation for medical consultations, emergency cases, and follow-up appointments in hospitals, clinics, and telehealth settings.
- Delivered high-quality interpretation for medical consultations, emergency cases, and follow-up appointments.
- Assisted healthcare providers and patients in hospitals, clinics, and telehealth sessions with precision and empathy.
- Handled mental health, pediatric, and adult care cases with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Collaborated with doctors, nurses, and case managers to ensure effective care delivery.
- Interpreted for insurance verifications, patient intake, and discharge procedures.
- Maintained detailed documentation of interpretation sessions according to company policy.
- Ensured full compliance with HIPAA standards and interpreter code of ethics.
Somali/Swahili Interpreter at Multilingual Interpreters (2021-08 – 2024-12)
Provided accurate interpretation in medical, legal, immigration, and financial fields across multiple platforms and agencies.
- Provided accurate interpretation in medical, legal, immigration, and financial fields.
- Supported communication during court hearings, depositions, and asylum interviews.
- Assisted clients during medical assessments, insurance claims, and community programs.
- Translated sensitive materials while maintaining confidentiality, neutrality, and cultural accuracy.
- Consistently recognized for professionalism, reliability, and linguistic accuracy.
- Managed high call-volume environments and multitasked effectively across multiple platforms.
- Worked with agencies across the U.S., U.K., and Africa, ensuring seamless service delivery.
Freelance Interpreter at Independent Contractor (2020-01 – 2021-12)
Delivered ad-hoc interpretation and translation services for NGOs, hospitals, and private clients supporting refugees, migrants, and educational institutions.
- Delivered ad-hoc interpretation and translation services for NGOs, hospitals, and private clients.
- Supported refugees and migrants during resettlement interviews and medical screenings.
- Assisted educational institutions by providing interpretation during parent-teacher meetings.
- Developed glossaries and terminology guides to maintain consistent interpretation quality.
Education
Somali/Swahili Medical Interpreter | C-Gat Solutions (Remote)
02/2024 – 08/2025
Delivered high-quality interpretation for medical consultations, emergency cases, and follow-up appointments.
Assisted healthcare providers and patients in hospitals, clinics, and telehealth sessions with precision and empathy.
Handled mental health, pediatric, and adult care cases while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Collaborated with doctors, nurses, and case managers to ensure effective care delivery.
Interpreted for insurance verifications, patient intake, and discharge procedures.
Ensured full compliance with HIPAA standards and the interpreter code of ethics.
Somali/Swahili Interpreter | Multilingual Interpreters (Remote)
08/2021 – 12/2024
Provided accurate interpretation across medical, legal, immigration, and financial fields.
Supported communication during court hearings, depositions, and asylum interviews.
Assisted clients with medical assessments, insurance claims, and community programs.
Translated sensitive materials while maintaining neutrality and cultural accuracy.
Managed high call-volume environments and effectively multitasked across multiple platforms.
Partnered with agencies across the U.S., U.K., and Africa for seamless service delivery.
Freelance Interpreter | Independent Contractor
2020 – 2021
Provided ad-hoc interpretation and translation for NGOs, hospitals, and private clients.
Supported refugees and migrants during resettlement interviews and medical screenings.
Assisted educational institutions during parent-teacher meetings.
Developed glossaries and terminology guides to maintain consistent interpretation quality.
