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CHICAGO IL, *****

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JOSE A. BURGOS

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a Massage Therapist position in a company where I can utilize my extensive clinical knowledge as well as my experience within an environment that strives to provide excellent patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Expertise in Swedish massage as well as myofascial, trigger point, sports massage, hydrotherapy, Thai massage and deep tissue techniques

• Proficiency in massage treatment planning and evaluation, including orthopedic assessment and over 60 special tests used in physical therapy

• Extensive clinical and wellness massage experience with an emphasis on the treatment of musculoskeletal pathologies and stress reduction

• Completion of a 750 hour accredited massage therapy program with a grade point average of 93

• Comprehensive understanding of human anatomy and physiology

• Solid foundation in practical kinesiology

• Knowledge of massage indications and contraindications

• Excellent palpatory skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Excellent customer service skills

CERTIFICATIONS FROM THE BENJAMIN INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED STUDIES

• Common Muscle Injuries

• Sacrotuberous Ligament Sprains

• Supraspinous Ligament Sprains

• Iliolumbar Ligament Sprains

• Client History and Treatment Options

• Sacroiliac Dysfunction

EDUCATION

• The Soma Institute: The Soma Institute: The National School for Clinical Massage Therapy, Chicago, IL, 2012 - Master in Clinical Massage Therapy

• The Soma Institute 2008: Diploma in Clinical Massage Therapy

• Thai Bodywork: School of Thai Massage, Evanston, IL, 2007

Certified in two out of three levels of Thai massage training

• Autonomous University of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, 1995

Associates Degree in Education and Social Studies

• National School of Dramatic Arts, Dominican Republic, 1987

Certificate in Acting

HEALTH AND WELLNESS EXPERIENCE

Massage Envy - Elmhurst IL – April 2010 Present

Lead Massage Therapist

• Provide all aspect of clinical and wellness massage treatments, including clients intake and suggestions for self-care.

• Provide an array of massage modalities such as but not limited to: Hot Stone, Swedish Massage,

Deep Tissue, Sport Massage, Aroma Therapy and Chair Massage.

Swedish Covenant Hospital, Chicago, IL, 2008

Massage Therapist Intern

• Provided massage therapy treatments to patients in a hospital setting

Soma Institute Clinic, Chicago, IL, 2008

Massage Therapist Intern

• Provided all aspects of therapeutic massage and wellness treatments.

IGI Gymnastics Meet, Chicago, IL, 2008

Massage Therapist Intern

• Provided pre- and post-event massage for athletes, as well as chair massage for the general public

Gran Fraternidad Universal, Chicago, IL, 1999-2004

Hatha Yoga Instructor

• Taught yoga and meditation classes with an emphasis on proper posture, conscious relaxation, and healthy breathing practices

AWARDS AND HONORS

• President’s Honors List, The Soma Institute: The National School for Clinical Massage

Therapy, 2008

• Perfect Attendance Award, The Soma Institute: The National School for Clinical Massage

Therapy, 2008

• 1st Place, First Annual Latino Theater Showcase, 1998

CURRENT CREDENTIALS

• NCBTMB Certification

• AMTA Member

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