20+ years clinical experience as a licensed massage therapist. 10+ years as a small business owner. Extensive knowledge of Myofascial/Trigger Point Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy, Prenatal massage. Clinical Internship focused on Ikeda Masakazu style treatments. 2000+ hours of CEUs Including orthopedic and cosmetic acupuncture. Enrolled in Whitfield Reaves Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship Program Internship
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Acupuncturist (Intern, LAc)
Tendervine Health
06.2022 - 03.2023
Clinical internship June-October 2022
Massage Therapist August 2022-March 2023
Licensed Acupuncturist January-March 2023
Gained valuable experience within field, applied learned concepts directly to clinical situations.
Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records.
Advised clients on lifestyle changes to improve alignment, posture, and gait for better long-term wellness.
Application of Traditional Japanese Medicine principles to accurately diagnose and personalize treatment plans.
Clinical Intern
Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College
01.2021 - 01.2022
Participated in regular supervision sessions, receiving feedback to improve professional skills and knowledge continually.
Educated patients and their families on disease management strategies and preventive measures.
Adapted quickly to changes in clinical settings or protocols while maintaining high standards of care delivery consistently.
Utilized critical thinking skills when encountering challenging situations that required immediate attention or intervention.
Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with healthcare team members.
Applied evidence-based practices in clinical decision-making, resulting in enhanced patient care quality.
Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care during clinical rotations.
Administrative Assistant
PSU School of Gender Race and Nations
04.2017 - 09.2019
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
Facilitated collaboration within the team by organizing regular meetings, maintaining meeting minutes, and tracking project progress.
Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
Home Health care Worker
DHS Oregon
01.2017
Assisted patients with daily living activities, resulting in a higher quality of life.
Managed medical emergencies effectively, applying CPR and first aid skills when necessary to ensure patient safety.
Contributed to hospice patients'' comfort during end-of-life care through empathetic support and symptom management.
Facilitated the recovery process for post-operative patients by administering wound care and monitoring vital signs.
Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Nanny
Gray Family
01.2013 - 01.2015
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Prepared heathy meals and snacks for children daily.
Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
Built warm and nurturing environment where children felt respected and safe to develop problem solving and self-expression.
Encouraged decision-making, individual expression, and self-worth
Supported physical, social, emotional growth and intelligence.
Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
Managed children''s schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Provided flexible, developmentally-appropriate environments and play.
Owner
Suzanne Lange, LMT
01.1999 - 01.2011
Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting high retention rates and referrals.
Oversaw daily clinical and business operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
Provided exceptional service and maintained customer satisfaction over a decade.
Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability and sustainability.
Office Assistant
Leaves of Life Health Clinic
01.2006 - 01.2010
Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide clear and accurate medical and treatment information.
Managed daily data entry, inventory, and sales.
Maintained confidentiality a HIIPA compliant space.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings and appointments for over five medical professionals.
Processed incoming and outgoing mail and packages according to established procedures.
Collaborated with various departments to complete assigned tasks.
Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
Education
Doctorate of Acupuncture (DACCHM) - Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Medicine
Pacific College of Health And Science
San Diego, CA
03.2024
Masters of Science (MSOM) - Acupuncture And Traditional East Asian Medicine
Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College
Berkeley, CA
04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Indigenous Nations And Black Studies
Portland State University
Portland, OR
08.2017
Skills
Compassionate Caregiving
Housekeeping tasks
Vital signs monitoring
Behavioral support
Expert Needling Techniques
Advanced Herbal Knowledge
Cupping Therapy Expertise
Orthopedic Acupuncture Knowledge
Pediatric Acupuncture Experience
Pain management expertise
Sports Medicine Acupuncture
Moxibustion Technique Mastery
Gua Sha Technique Proficiency
Certification
California Licensed Acupuncturist, 19646, 2022-present
Clean Needle Technique, 2019
CPR and First Aid Certified, 2022
Oregon Massage Therapy, 22248, 2015-Present
Vocal Apprentice, Transformational Voice Institute, 2012-2013
NCBTMB Certification, 605385-11, 2011-Present
Ohio State Medical Board for Massage Therapy, 8749, 2000-Present
NA at Fundamentals of Nursing Advent Health, Advent Health, Mental Health. Advent HealthNA at Fundamentals of Nursing Advent Health, Advent Health, Mental Health. Advent Health
Customer Service & Medical Records Representative at Mosaic Health (through Carelon Health, Formerly Elevance Health)Customer Service & Medical Records Representative at Mosaic Health (through Carelon Health, Formerly Elevance Health)
Physical Therapist Assistant at Nurse Home Care/Community Home Health Services/Allegiance Home Health/Pinnacle/Preferred Home Care of Florida Home Health AgenciesPhysical Therapist Assistant at Nurse Home Care/Community Home Health Services/Allegiance Home Health/Pinnacle/Preferred Home Care of Florida Home Health Agencies