MELISSA WALTER

**** **** ***** **. / *****, TX **002 / 469-***-**** aced6s@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

I am looking for an opportunity to put my education and experience in health and fitness toward something that is meaningful and rewarding.

EDUCATION

Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Honor Society, Psi Chi

Sterling Health Center

Massage Therapy

Trigger Point, Neuromuscular, Myofascial Release, Repetitive Use Technique, Nutrition, and Strength Training, Russian Sports Massage.

VOLUNTEER WORK

Journey to Healing Foundation

Worked as a volunteer at a 3-day retreat for cancer patients and caregivers. I provided massage therapy, facilitated sand tray activities, participated in group therapy with patients and assisted in other areas as needed.

EXPERIENCE

Project Management, Masterlink Interactive

Dallas, TX, 10.2009 ? 12.2010

Interacting with clients about their website projects.

Working with design and development team to meet goals and expectations. Preparing project documents and performing quality assurance tasks. Assisting with the maintenance and updates on existing client websites. Working with various content management systems.

Massage Therapist, Presbyterian Hospital - Cardiovascular Center Dallas, TX, 04.2008 ? Present

Providing therapy to clients, many of which are referred through doctors and physical therapists within the hospital system.

Assisting patients toward their nutrition and wellness goals. As a massage therapist, I am sensitive to the cultural, spiritual and emotional needs of my clients as well as the unique physical issues/limitations they may have.

Massage Therapist, Lifetime Fitness

Garland, TX, 12.2006 ? 03.2008

Providing therapy to clients and assisting patients toward their wellness goals.

Massage Therapist, Choice Rehab

Garland, TX, 2003 ? 2006

Providing therapy to clients and assisting patients toward their wellness goals.

Co-Owner/Therapist, Whole Body Shop

Garland, TX, 1999 ? 2002

Responsible for all facets of creating and maintaining a successful practice. Marketing through community networking, advertising, presentations and health fairs.

Chiropractic Assistant/Therapist, Chiroplex

Garland, TX, 1998 ? 2003

Provided ultrasound therapy, electrical stimulation, traction and massage therapy to patients. Responsible for assisting with Workers Comp impairment ratings, and verifying patient insurance benefits & referrals.

REFERENCES

References available upon request.

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