Michelle Stobbe
Sherwood,OR
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Acupuncturist with expertise in Traditional Chinese Medicine and a proven track record at Elite Spine and Sports Clinic. Skilled in formulating individualized treatment plans and fostering collaborative care. Recognized for exceptional patient-centered care and adept in acupuncture techniques, enhancing overall patient outcomes through effective communication and holistic approaches.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Acupuncturist
Elite Spine and Sports Clinic
Sherwood, OR
01.2010 - Current
- Provide acupuncture treatments that integrate Traditional Chinese Medicine and Taiwanese techniques.
- Utilize complementary therapies to enhance patient outcomes.
- Address a variety of health concerns, from musculoskeletal pain to emotional well-being.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Trained new employees on office policies and procedures related to patient care.
- Formulated individualized treatment plans for patients based on their specific needs and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments performed, and outcomes achieved.
- Explained how meditation, ergonomics, stretching, and relaxation techniques could improve overall health.
- Evaluated treatment outcomes to restore and maintain healing.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing insurance paperwork and ordering supplies.
- Instructed patients in the use of self-care techniques such as lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and exercise programs.
- Diagnosed patient concerns and implemented treatments based on tenets of TCM.
- Educated patients about the benefits of acupuncture and other Eastern medicine modalities.
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate optimal care for each patient.
- Attended continuing education courses related to acupuncture practice guidelines.
- Conducted detailed patient assessments, including taking medical histories and evaluating vital signs.
- Managed front desk operations such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments, and maintaining medical records.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Proficiency
- Experienced with Jane and ChiroTouch EHR platforms, with hands-on expertise in scheduling, documentation, billing, and patient communication workflows.
- Accurately maintained and updated patient records, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations (e.g., HIPAA) and facilitating smooth interdepartmental coordination.
- Streamlined charting and documentation processes using ChiroTouch SOAP note templates and Jane's customizable intake forms, improving efficiency and patient throughput.
- Assisted with onboarding and training staff on EHR system features, promoting consistent data entry and enhancing overall clinic workflow.
- Effectively used reporting tools within both systems to track clinical performance metrics, patient outcomes, and billing analytics.
Licensed Acupuncturist
Metis Clinics
Tigard, OR
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Formulated individualized treatment plans for patients based on their specific needs and goals.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments performed, and outcomes achieved.
- Evaluated treatment outcomes to restore and maintain healing.
- Offered guidance on stress management techniques such as meditation or mindfulness exercises.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing insurance paperwork and ordering supplies.
- Used needles, cups, ear balls, and pellets in acupuncture treatments.
- Instructed patients in the use of self-care techniques such as lifestyle modifications, dietary changes, and exercise programs.
- Diagnosed patient concerns and implemented treatments based on tenets of TCM.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius
Tualatin, OR
12.2005 - 12.2008
- Calculated and adjusted dialysis machine settings based on patient prescriptions.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Calibrated, troubleshot or repaired equipment and corrected malfunctions.
- Assisted patients in understanding the dialysis process and answering their questions.
- Coded data or other information.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Ensured strict adherence to safety protocols and infection control measures.
- Conducted pre- and post-treatment assessments of patients, including vital sign monitoring.
- Took and documented patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration rates before and after dialysis treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for all patients.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines to provide patient care.
Education
Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine -
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
Skills
- Traditional Chinese medicine
- Acupuncture techniques
- Gua Sha therapy
- Cupping therapy
- Electrical stimulation
- Tuina and pediatric massage
- Patient-centered care
- Collaborative treatment planning
Affiliations
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
- Oregon Association of Acupuncturists (OAA)
Licensure Certifications
- Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.), Oregon Medical Board
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Basic Info
Michelle Stobbe, 503-318-5253, michellestobbe1@gmail.com, Sherwood, OR
Timeline
Licensed Acupuncturist
Metis Clinics
01.2012 - 12.2015
Licensed Acupuncturist
Elite Spine and Sports Clinic
01.2010 - Current
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius
12.2005 - 12.2008
Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine -
Oregon College of Oriental Medicine
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