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ASHLEE PIERCE

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Knowledgeable massage therapist with a gift for building relationships and client rapport. A great team member and problem solver with experience in a range of healing massage techniques including deep tissue, sports massage, prenatal, Swedish, and others as requested and offered by facility. I have also spent years in the restaurant industry and both take a lot of focus and communication also multitasking and working with people.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Spavia

Emily Thams
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Massage Therapist

100% Chiropractic
01.2022 - 10.2023
  • Facilitated clientele relieve pain from many chronic and acute injuries such as low back pain, rib immobilization, circulation deficiencies, rotator cuff dysfunction, whiplash/neck pain, plantar fasciitis, and other painful conditions
  • Read, review, interpret x-rays and gate analysis before each session of body work
  • Work directly with chiropractor to develop care plan for each patient’s best treatment result
  • Maintain patient treatment records

Lead Massage Therapist

Woodhouse Day Spas
09.2021 - 10.2023
  • Recruit, hire, train massage therapists joining the team
  • Manage orders and stock supplies for massage team
  • Perform 5-6 hours of massage 4-5 days per week using a wide range of modalities including Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, wraps, scrubs, aromatherapy and hot stone
  • Excel in customer service. This resulted in consistent repeat clients with whom I worked for long periods of time. Receiving positive reviews from clients, management and company ownership
  • Able to perform 60, 90, and 120 minute massages consistently without issue

Hells Kitchen Restuarant

Hells Kitchen Corp
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Resolved customer issues promptly, enhancing dining experience and loyalty.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.

Perkins

Perkins Restaurant
01.2014 - 10.2018
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Trained new servers on menu knowledge, service standards, and operational procedures.
  • Monitored dining area cleanliness and organization to uphold health standards.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.

Education

Associate of Science - Massage Therapy

Academy of Massage Essentials
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2021

Skills

  • Strong Knowledge of body mechanics, deep tissue, prenatal and Trigger Point therapies
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Excellent time management ability
  • Dedicated team player
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Organization and time management

Timeline

Spavia

Emily Thams
01.2024 - 08.2025

Massage Therapist

100% Chiropractic
01.2022 - 10.2023

Lead Massage Therapist

Woodhouse Day Spas
09.2021 - 10.2023

Hells Kitchen Restuarant

Hells Kitchen Corp
02.2019 - 08.2019

Perkins

Perkins Restaurant
01.2014 - 10.2018

Associate of Science - Massage Therapy

Academy of Massage Essentials