Elissa Porter
Bend,OR
Summary
Patient-focused professional combining clinical judgment, documentation, and care coordination to support treatment goals. Evaluates needs, builds individualized plans, and follows progress to keep services aligned with patient concerns and outcomes. Also brings referral tracking, crisis support, and cross-provider coordination to strengthen continuity of care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Acupuncturist
Cascade Acupuncture
Bend, OR
11.1999 - Current
- Delivered high-quality care and tailored consultations to support positive patient experiences and improved well-being.
- Managed prescription and application of treatment plans, including acupuncture point selection and herbal formulas, to address various disorders effectively.
- Created individualized treatment plans after assessing patient needs, concerns, and goals.
- Reviewed physical findings and medical histories to ensure accurate diagnoses under oriental medicine traditions, then clarified treatment options and services for patients.
- Monitored treatment progress and updated plans to support restored and maintained health.
- Applied adjunctive Chinese medicine therapies, such as heat therapy, cupping, massage, herbal care, and dietary and lifestyle counseling, to enhance patient recovery.
- Prepared treatment schedules to improve outcomes while respecting patient limitations.
- Worked with other healthcare providers to support continuity of care for patients.
Information and Referral Specialist
United Way of The Columbia/Willamette
Portland, Oregon
05.1995 - 08.1996
- Coordinated community referrals for clients among nonprofit and social service partners, enhancing access to essential services.
- Contacted agencies to confirm service availability and eligibility requirements, facilitating accurate client referrals.
- Reviewed intake details to connect callers with relevant United Way resource programs, ensuring appropriate support.
- Updated referral records in case management and tracking systems.
Family Advocate
Volunteers of America
Portland, Oregon
03.1994 - 05.1995
- Guided families through the application process for Volunteers of America housing and support services, ensuring access to essential support.
- Provided calm direction and resource referrals to families in crisis, facilitating immediate access to necessary assistance.
- Executed crisis intervention strategies during emergencies to stabilize situations. during emergencies and periods of distress.
- Evaluated family needs and created individualized service plans.
- Linked families to shelter, food, counseling, and employment resources to address urgent needs and promote stability.
- Provided comprehensive case management support to families in need. to families needing assistance.
- Recorded client contacts, progress notes, and case records accurately.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Sociology and Anthropology
Lewis And Clark College
Portland, ORMaster's Degree - Acupuncture
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
Portland, ORSkills
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Clinical judgment
- Diagnosis assessment
- Care coordination
- Case coordination
- Documentation and reporting
- HIPAA compliance
- Time management
- Patient education
- Communication skills
- Active listening
- Interpersonal rapport
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
Certification
- Suicide Prevention: Responding with Care | February 2026 to February 2027, Cultural Competency | February 2026 to February 2027, Basic Life Saving/CPR for Healthcare | January 2026 to January 2028, National Organization for Victim Advocacy's Victim Assistance Academy | April 2026-April 2036, Provisional Level Credentialed Advocate with NACP | April 2026 - April 2027, Community Crisis Response Team Course Training | July 2026-July 2028, Adult Mental Health First Aid | June 2026-June 2029
Timeline
Acupuncturist
Cascade Acupuncture
11.1999 - Current
Information and Referral Specialist
United Way of The Columbia/Willamette
05.1995 - 08.1996
Family Advocate
Volunteers of America
03.1994 - 05.1995
Bachelor's Degree - Sociology and Anthropology
Lewis And Clark College
Master's Degree - Acupuncture
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine