Maria Porter
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional with clinical experience in patient intake, scheduling, documentation, and HIPAA-compliant workflows. Background in sports medicine, anatomy, and medical terminology, with a patient-centered, professional communication style.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Clinical Massage Therapist
ZeelMed
San Francisco, CA
09.2019 - Current
- Delivered clinical massage therapy to veterans through VA insurance, focusing on pain management, improved mobility, and overall quality of life.
- Maintained accurate SOAP documentation to track client progress and support continuity of care.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive, patient-centered treatment.
Licensed Massage Therapist
Self-employed
Bay Area, CA
07.2019 - 08.2024
- Pioneered mobile massage service for elderly and immobile clients, extending wellness benefits to wider community segment.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans aligned with medical needs and provider recommendations to a diverse population.
- Oversaw financial planning, budgeting, and expense tracking to maintain profitability.
Clinical Massage Therapist
Brisbane Chiropractic
San Francisco, CA
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided therapeutic massage services to support patient recovery, pain relief, and musculoskeletal health.
- Managed daily clinic operations, including scheduling, patient communication, and payment processing.
- Collaborated with chiropractors and clinic staff to align massage treatments with care plans.
Education
A.S. - Pre-Health Occupations
Folsom Lake College
05-2028
Massage Therapy and Health Education
National Holistic Institute
Santa Clara, CA01.2014
Skills
Patient Intake & Assessment
Appointment Scheduling
Clinical Documentation
Medical Terminology
HIPAA Compliance
Payment Processing & Plans
Care Coordination
Telephone Communication
Compassionate Care
Cultural Sensitivity
Sports Medicine Expertise
Musculoskeletal Assessment
Massage Therapy & Health Education
Appointment scheduling
Clinical documentation
Medical terminology
HIPAA compliance
Payment processing
Care coordination
Telephone communication
Patient support
Compassionate communication
Sports medicine expertise
Anatomy & musculoskeletal assessment
Certification
First Aid & CPR/AED, American Heart Association — December 2024
Timeline
Clinical Massage Therapist
ZeelMed
09.2019 - Current
Licensed Massage Therapist
Self-employed
07.2019 - 08.2024
Clinical Massage Therapist
Brisbane Chiropractic
09.2018 - 08.2019
Massage Therapy and Health Education
National Holistic Institute
A.S. - Pre-Health Occupations
Folsom Lake College