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Shelly Rugh

Summary

Confident massage therapist with knack for client relationship building and customer service. Possess great physical strength and judgement. Experience in massage healing techniques and methods.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Licensed Massage Therapist

Mountain View Country Club
01.2023 - 11.2023
  • Reduced or eliminated muscular stress and tightness through Swedish massage, implementing variety of stroke lengths, rhythms, and intensities to optimize relaxation.
  • Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
  • Applied principles of trigger point therapy to diagnose and address pain transferred from muscular stress or tightness.
  • Maintained clean and professional massage therapy environment with stringent adherence to sanitization protocols.
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted massage techniques to best meet individual needs.
  • Provided custom massage treatments to clients, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Educated clients on benefits of massage and recommended home care techniques.
  • Assessed clients carefully to determine massage needs and potential problems due to individual physical conditions.

Certified Licensed Massage Therapist

The Chiropractic Studio
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Reduced or eliminated muscular stress and tightness through Swedish massage, implementing variety of stroke lengths, rhythms, and intensities to optimize relaxation.
  • Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
  • Booked appointments, answered phones, greeted clients, handled payments, and created client service tickets.
  • Maintained clean and professional massage therapy environment with stringent adherence to sanitization protocols.
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Developed knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology to supplement massage training.
  • Communicated with clients to discuss medical history, lifestyle and massage treatment goals.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Educated clients on benefits of massage and recommended home care techniques.
  • Applied principles of trigger point therapy to diagnose and address pain transferred from muscular stress or tightness.

Certified Massage Therapist

Massage Envy Spa
06.2018 - 06.2022
  • Educated clients on benefits of massage therapy and importance of self-care.
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Utilized massage techniques to address diverse needs with deep tissue, therapeutic and sports massage.
  • Maintained clean and professional massage therapy environment with stringent adherence to sanitization protocols.
  • Communicated with clients to discuss medical history, lifestyle and massage treatment goals.
  • Used essential oils to add aromatherapy element to massage sessions, maximizing stress relief, and relaxation effect.
  • Assessed clients to determine appropriate massage techniques to apply.
  • Educated clients on benefits of massage and recommended home care techniques.
  • Advised clients on areas such as posture, at-home exercises and stretches.

Certified Massage Therapist

Edison Chiropractic
08.2007 - 09.2015
  • Educated clients on benefits of massage therapy and importance of self-care.
  • Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
  • Utilized massage techniques to address diverse needs with deep tissue, therapeutic and sports massage.
  • Maintained clean and professional massage therapy environment with stringent adherence to sanitization protocols.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted massage techniques to best meet individual needs.
  • Communicated with clients to discuss medical history, lifestyle and massage treatment goals.
  • Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue massage techniques.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Administered Swedish, deep tissue and sports massage techniques.
  • Assessed clients to determine appropriate massage techniques to apply.
  • Provided treatment for medical conditions and injuries through therapeutic massage.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date client records.

Education

Art, Business

San Diego State University
San Diego, CA

Associate of Arts - Massage Therapy

Ann Arbor Institute of Massage Therapy
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2007

Skills

  • Sports Massage
  • Body Treatments
  • Prenatal Massage
  • Wellness Programs
  • Stress Relief Massage
  • Trigger Point Massage
  • Professional Ethics
  • Time Management
  • Postural Assessment
  • Craniosacral Therapy
  • Chair Massage
  • Passive Range of Motion
  • Myofascial Release
  • Self-Care Practices
  • Lymphatic Drainage
  • Neuromuscular Therapy
  • Effective Communication
  • Swedish Massage
  • Deep Tissue Massage
  • Active Isolated Stretching
  • Range of Motion Improvement
  • Reflective Listening
  • Anatomy
  • Needs Assessment

Certification

  • CMT - Certified Massage Therapist
  • LMT - Licensed Massage Therapist
  • Myofascial and Neuromuscular therapy Certified Training - 2006/2007
  • Facilitated Stretch Training - 2019

Timeline

Certified Licensed Massage Therapist

Mountain View Country Club
01.2023 - 11.2023

Certified Licensed Massage Therapist

The Chiropractic Studio
01.2023 - 10.2023

Certified Massage Therapist

Massage Envy Spa
06.2018 - 06.2022

Certified Massage Therapist

Edison Chiropractic
08.2007 - 09.2015

Art, Business

San Diego State University

Associate of Arts - Massage Therapy

Ann Arbor Institute of Massage Therapy
Shelly Rugh