Massage Therapist High School
Resume:
TARA MIKUZIS
Shorewood, IL *0404
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OBJECTIVE:
Find a massage therapist position in a society where I can utilize my extensive clinical and teaching skills in massage therapy. I am looking for a challenging and rewarding position in a massage environment that strives to provide excellent patient care.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
• Working knowledge of Swedish massage techniques
• Comprehensive knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Experienced in the planning, execution and evaluation of massage treatments
• Proficient in S.O.A.P. note charting and documentation
• Experienced in clinical analysis and massage indications and contraindications
• Able to work in a variety of massage settings with a varied population of people
• Basic knowledge of special orthopedic tests
• Experienced in the use of hydrotherapy
• First Aid and CPR certified by the Red Cross
EXPERIENCE:
• Bank of America Chicago Marathon; post event treatment of athletic participants (cramp relief, stretching, hydro therapy, hydration)
• Rehab Institute Chicago; 20-30 minute treatment of long term care patients (As a part of the curriculum of The Soma Institute reviewed patient charts, applied clinical and wellness massage therapy to patients; charted massage in S.O.A.P. note format; coordinated and communicated with hospital staff with respect to treatment of hospital patients and charting; performed chair massage for hospital employees and staff; engaged in ethical and effective communication with patients, clients, fellow colleagues and supervisors
• The SOMA Institute intern (As part of the curriculum of The Soma Institute performed clinical massage evaluation and treatments on patients from the general public; communicated effectively to perform patient interviews; carried out postural assessments, observations, palpations and orthopedic tests; utilized S.O.A.P. note charting; prepared treatment plans; upheld ethical standards working within the massage therapist scope of practice; worked effectively in cooperation patients/clients, fellow colleagues)
EDUCATION:
The Soma Institute Graduate (2011-2012)
Joliet Junior College (2007-2008)
Middle Tennessee State University (2004-2006)
High School Diploma (2004)
PAST AND PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
Lead therapist for A Touch of Luck at Joliet casino (February 2014 – current)
Massage therapist at Elite Rehabilitation Institute (Sept. 2012 – March 2014)
C.W. Avery YMCA Head Lifeguard (2010-2013)
Waterfront Aquatics Director, Camp Rakas, MI (2009-2010)
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