Massage Therapist Physical Therapy
Resume:
Jack Pessin M.S., L.Ac., L.M.T.
Rye Brook, New York 10573
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CAREER OBJECTIVE:
Seeking a position as an acupuncturist in a clinical setting to foster the physical and mental well being of patients.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
Gateway Acupuncture P.C. (Private Practice) New York, NY
Traveling practitioner of Acupuncture, Massage and Herbal Medicine. 2000-Present
• Certified in the following healing modalities: Japanese Style Acupuncture,
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, Pediatric Acupuncture,
Esoteric Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Sports
Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Amma Therapy, Pregnancy and Labor Massage,
and Childbirth Preparation.
AON Physical Therapy Center White Plains, NY
Acupuncturist. April 2009- Present
• Provide acupuncture therapy services to the physical therapy clients.
• Focusing on Patients with acute and chronic pain and decreased range of motion due to
sports related injuries and post-surgery recovery.
Burke Rehabilitation Hospital White Plains, NY
Massage Therapist. November 2008 – 2012
• Provide massage therapy services to members of the fitness center.
• Specializing on geriatric massage with a focus on rehabilitation.
YMCA White Plains, NY
Massage Therapist. Fall 2009 – July 2010
• Provide massage therapy services to members of the YMCA.
• Specializing on stress management and pain reduction.
Splash Spa New York, NY
Massage Therapist. May 2000-April 2001
• Appeared on the nationally syndicated TV show “The View” to discuss the benefits of
massage therapy for sports related injuries.
The Away Spa New York, NY
Massage Therapist. January 1999-May 2000
• Awarded by New York Magazine, one of the Best Massage Therapists in New York City.
The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital White Plains, NY
Physical Therapy Aide, Occupational Therapy Aide. December 1991-
• Rehabilitating acute and chronic patients to overcome their physical disabilities. August 1995
• Working with patients with head trauma, spinal cord, cardiac, pulmonary,
orthopedic, and out patient injuries.
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EDUCATION:
The New York College for Wholistic Health Education & Research Syosset, NY
M.S. - Oriental Medicine, GPA 3.75 June 2000-
A.O.S. – Massage Therapy September 1998
• Honors: Recipient of the Oriental Medicine Humanitarian Award.
• Teachers Assistant for “Point location Class III.”
SUNY Oneonta Oneonta, NY
B.A. - Psychology (Minor in Art History) May 1993
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS:
Published in the North American Journal of Oriental Medicine. “The Golden Ratio and Oriental Medicine”
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(Summer 2004).
Co-wrote and produced a music relaxation and healing CD entitled “Golden Ratio Sphere.”
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Designed a specialized acupuncture needle for Japanese style acupuncture treatments.
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WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS:
Taught workshops on benefits of acupuncture and massage therapy at the Wainwright House in Rye, NY
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entitled, “Self Healing Through Acupressure and Self-Massage”; at COSM and the Earthlight Center in NY City
entitled, “Ten Acupressure Points Everyone Should Know”; and the Rye and White Plains YMCA, and the
White Plains YWCA entitled, “Is Acupuncture Right for You?”
Taught yoga instructors the basic physiology of acupuncture and how it relates to various yoga postures.
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VOLUNTEER WORK:
9-11 FEMA and American Red Cross volunteer at the World Financial Center and Jacob Javits Center.
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Administered acupuncture and massage therapy to rescue workers and canines of the World Trade Center.
MEMBERSHIPS:
New York and Connecticut State Licensed Acupuncturist
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New York State Licensed Massage Therapist
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Member of the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
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and American Massage Therapy Association of America (AMTA)
Member of the Alpha Epsilon Pi Fraternity
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