Manager Management
Resume:
C arolyn Lindy Dewey
P.O. Box ****
Whitefish, MT 59937
***********@******.***
O bjectives
To support optimum health by offering the most appropriate holistic and therapeutic
bodywork both in my private practice and within a collaborative community of
exceptional practitioners of varying disciplines.
To further the knowledge and effective utilization of touch therapies within my community
through presentations to community groups, services to local businesses, and teaching.
Q ualificatio ns
Extensively trained and experienced in a full spectrum of touch modalities enabling me to
choreograph sessions with sensitivity for specific individual needs and desires. I bring a
depth of life experience to my work from parenting, teaching, healthcare practice, and
business systems management that enables me to create and hold a professional and
healing space that deeply honors the experience of my clients and peers. My work ethic,
diverse experience, and commitment to optimum wellness and performance, both for
myself and others, qualify me as a valued asset for enhancing health and performance.
E ducation and Professional Credentials
Curriculum Vitae attached
2004 LMT Licensed in Maine (#MT2318) and NH (#2347M), NCBTMB
(#411766-00)
2004 Therapeutic Massage Program, Spa Tech, Portland ME - 612 hours
2003 RCST North American School for Craniosacral Therapy, 700 hr. training
2001 VCSW Milne Institute, Visionary Craniosacral Diploma 1000 hr. training
1997 RPP American Polarity Therapy Association, 650 hr. program
1993 TQM Total Quality Management, 70 hours related coursework
1976 MS Community and Outdoor Program Administration, Springfield
College, Springfield, MA (emphasis Therapeutic Recreation; nationally
certified CTRS 1976-2002)
1973 BA Biology, minors in Chemistry, Astrogeophysics, Art and Psychology,
University of Colorado, Boulder, CO
E xperience
1998-present CRANIOSACRAL THERAPIST, REGISTERED POLARITY
PRACTITIONER, THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE - full-time
dba SpiritWorks, Norwich, VT until 11/2008, now in Montana
Private Practice - Client Base: primarily people seeking optimum wellness
while facing transition, addiction, stress, insomnia, surgery, chronic illness
and pain. History of strategic partnerships with leaders in business for
bringing touch into the workplace for enhancing employee performance.
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C arolyn Dewey
1996-present Advanced Studies (see Curriculum Vitae)
2007-2008 MASSAGE THERAPIST, part-time
Norris Cotton Cancer Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center,
Lebanon, NH
Worked in Supportive Services Program in the Cancer Center offering Touch
Therapies to patients undergoing Chemotherapy and Radiation and their
caregivers.
2004-2007 THERAPEUTIC BODYWORKER, part-time
Sojourns Community Health Clinic, Westminster, VT
Provide Therapeutic Massage and Craniosacral Therapy Services in a
multidisciplinary, integrated, holistic Community Health Clinic offering
general family health care, biological medicine, wellness support, and health
education programs in Southern Vermont. Teach community classes in
massage, stretching, and aromatherapy.
1995-1996 INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT dba SpiritWorks, Norwich, VT
Help small businesses to Integrate sound business management practices
with spiritual principles
Analyze computer needs, Select and Customize hardware and software,
Train a diverse variety of professionals in efficient computer use
Technical support of medical practice management billing software,
including installations, conversions, customization, and training
Set-up small businesses with Quicken and QuickBooks Pro and provide on-
going business management guidance
Part-time temporary employee in local businesses and agencies, including
Upper Valley Health Care Coalition as Interim Executive Director
1995 BUSINESS MANAGER Commercial Logic, Inc., Lyme NH,
Redesigned accounting system for software company
Supported Sales and Marketing initiatives for strategic partnerships
1993-1994 TRAINING & QUALITY IMPROVEMENT COORDINATOR
The Hitchcock Clinic, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon NH
Increased employee involvement, effectiveness and efficiency through
support of Total Quality Management concept application.
Created staff development program for business office personnel.
Red esigned and prepared monthly departmental reports to provide timely
feedback on billing performance measurements.
Established IDX software users group.
Designed implementation plan for Paperless Collection System for follow-up
work processes.
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C arolyn Dewey
1991-1993 OFFICE MANAGER / CONSULTANT
Cioffredi Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Center, Lebanon, NH
Developed and implemented medical office management systems.
Results: Reduced days revenue outstanding.
Established professional forum for NH PT Office Managers.
Designed guidelines for Physical Therapy compliance with NH BC/BS
Managed Care requirements.
Mentored office staff.
1990-1993 INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
Consulted with a variety of small businesses and individuals.
Selected, installed, customized and trained computerized billing and office
management systems.
Medical Office Management Consultant for training and technical support
for medical billing software company.
Assisted three physical therapy practices acquire and convert to
computerized practice management/medical billing software.
1990-1991 OFFICE MANAGER / CONSULTANT
Richard Schlein, DDS Orthodontics, Norwich, VT
Engineered significant practice growth and increased profitability through
redesign of medical office management systems.
Results: Collected 95% outstanding A/R in 9 months
1983-1990 BUSINESS MANAGER Madeira Construction Inc, Lebanon, NH
Created management systems for accrual Job Cost Accounting, Payroll,
personnel management, contracts, budgeting, record keeping, and
computerized business management operations for residential construction
company.
Results: 500% growth over 7 years.
1976-1981 CHIEF RECREATIONAL THERAPIST
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital, Lebanon, NH
Created recreational therapy department for community hospital with new
fifty bed Extended Care Facility. Involved patients, staff, family, volunteers
in providing diverse social, cultural, religious and physical activities and
therapeutic programs.
1969-2009 PROFESSIONAL SKI INSTRUCTOR, Level II Alpine Certified, PSIA-E
and Level 1 Nordic Downhill Certified PSIA-NRM
Various ski areas in Colorado, New Hampshire and Vermont
Teach skiing full or part-time, including youth racing, women s and adaptive
programs
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C arolyn Dewey
P ersonal Interests
Sons' education and sports, professional ski instructor/coach, hiking, camping, yoga,
drawing, wood carving, gardens, fitness training, allopathic and complementary health,
outdoor recreation in beautiful places
C ommunity Service
1999-2003 Headrest, Lebanon, NH - Board Member, including three years as Board
President. Headrest is a community agency serving those addicted, homeless
and in transition with counseling, shelter, and a 24-hour crisis hotline
2008-2009 Project Dream volunteer as Adaptive Ski Coach part-time
R eferences
Deborah, Steele, Supportive Services, Norris Cotton Cancer Center, Dartmouth
Hitchcock Medical Center 603-***-**** *******.*.******@*********.***
Jake Blum, Systems Plus Computers, Lebanon, NH 800-***-**** *****@****.***
Linda Haltiner, Director Sojourns Community Health Clinic 802-***-****
********@*******.***
Bill Cioffredi, Director Cioffredi Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Center 603-***-****
Edie Yovu, personal friend and craniosacral therapy peer practitioner 802-***-****
Caryn McHose, Somatic Therapist, Holderness NH 603-***-**** *******@*********.***
C urriculum Vitae
Detailed Curriculum Vitae Available Upon Request
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