My interests include exploration of trails, lakes, rivers, mountains and cultures I am married and have two horses, an ancient cat and a border collie to keep me enriched and grounded
Tami Leigh Ellis
Somers,MT
Summary
Results-driven entrepreneur with a strong background in clinical therapy and educational program development. Known for fostering teamwork and enhancing communication, dedicated to improving health initiatives and making a lasting impact by inspiring other people to pursue challenges and opportunities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trekking, Philanthropy and Retreat Guide
Not For Profit and Self Employed
Canada, Nepal, Costa Rica And Indonesia
08.2001 - 10.2021
- Guided diverse groups through the Nepal Himalaya, Costa Rica, and Indonesia with complex itineraries, ensuring memorable and educational experiences.
- Developed and implemented engaging programs that enhanced visitor satisfaction and learning outcomes.
- Facilitated remote wilderness travel for 24 to 30 days.
- Education and maintenance of health, wellness, prevention of altitude illness, treatment of injuries.
- Yoga retreats
- Philanthropic projects include raising $14,000.00 for the Sir Edmund Hillary Foundation; $12,000.00 to facilitate the expansion of a primary school in the Gudel region of the Solu-Khumbu Valley; and $ 5,000.00 for the medical care of one of our local guides.
Business Owner, Educator, Lecturer, Clinician
The Loft Yoga and Therapy
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
03.2017 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase client engagement and brand awareness.
- Managed day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth functioning of classes and therapy sessions.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices, ethics, conduct, and operational procedures.
- Streamlined scheduling processes and computer program to optimize class attendance and enhance client experience.
- Mixed orthopedic caseload with emphasis on athletic training, rehabilitation, women's health, acupuncture, and custom fit orthotics.
- Created, launched, and implemented 200-hour Yoga Teacher training certifications with emphasis on injury prevention, anatomy, nutrition, and classical yoga training (2018 to 2023).
- Learn to run, Marathon and Ironman training coaching.
- Mixed orthopedic caseload with emphasis on athletic training, rehabilitation, women's health, acupuncture, and custom-fit orthotics.
Tami Ellis Physical Therapy
Self Employed
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
01.2009 - 12.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively with doctors, surgeons, chiropractors, nutritionists, massage therapists, and yoga teachers.
- Mixed orthopedic caseload with emphasis on prevention and treatment of athletic injuries, surgical rehabilitation, strains, sprains, upper and lower extremity, neck and back injuries, as well as custom treatment of headaches protocol.
- Collaborated with orthotist and assessed, measured, and facilitated custom-made orthotics.
Physical Therapist
Life Mark Physical Therapy Clinic
Saskatoon, SK, Canada
09.2006 - 01.2009
- Evaluated patient conditions to develop effective treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on exercise techniques and injury prevention methods.
- Mixed orthopedic caseload, including athletes, general population, and Workers' Compensation Board patients.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Maintained open lines of communication with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care efforts.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Evaluated physician referrals and determined appropriate evaluation procedures according to patient needs and medical history.
- Utilized advanced manual therapy techniques to alleviate pain symptoms in a variety of patient populations.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to accurately diagnose musculoskeletal issues and determine appropriate interventions.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in treatment approaches, staying current with industry research and best practices.
- Enhanced treatment efficacy, leveraging advanced knowledge in sports physical therapy to address athletes' specific injuries and performance goals.
- Elevated patient care standards by actively participating in continuing education courses and implementing learned techniques into practice.
Clinic Owner: The Pure Health Therapy Company
Self Employed
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
12.2004 - 08.2006
- Developed and implemented clinic operational procedures to enhance patient care and service delivery.
- Established strategic partnerships with local healthcare providers to expand patient referral network.
- Managed financial operations, including budgeting and expense management, to ensure clinic profitability.
- Led staff training initiatives to improve team performance and enhance patient satisfaction metrics.
- Coordination with multi-disciplinary staff of physical therapists, massage therapists, social worker and naturopathic doctor.
- Designed marketing strategies that increased clinic visibility and attracted new patients effectively.
- Oversaw compliance with healthcare regulations, ensuring adherence to best practices in patient safety.
- Analyzed patient feedback data to identify areas for improvement and elevate service quality standards.
- Streamlined administrative workflows using electronic health record systems, improving operational efficiency dramatically.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment promoting teamwork among staff leading towards better productivity.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, improving health outcomes.
- Recruited trained, and supervised a team of medical professionals to ensure high-quality healthcare delivery.
- Enhanced clinic reputation through excellent customer service, resulting in increased patient referrals.
Physical Therapy Consultant/Owner/Operator
Big Hill Physical Therapy
Cochrane, AB, Canada
01.2000 - 11.2004
- Developed tailored therapy plans based on patient assessments and clinical guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies and outcomes.
- Mixed Orthopedic Caseload as above.
- Creator and Lecturer of Cochrane Learn to Run and Marathon Clinics.
Instructor
Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat, AB, Canada
09.2001 - 04.2002
- Instructor of Introduction to Athletic Injuries within the Physical Education Transfer Degree Program.
- Facilitated athletic therapy workshops to improve taping techniques.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments and testing, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Physical Therapist
Lindsay Park Sport Physical Therapy Clinics (Life Mark)
Calgary, AB, Canada
07.1994 - 12.2000
- Prevention, injury management and treatment for elite athletes, specifically, Canadian National Swim Team, Canadian National Synchronized Swimming Association, Canadian Women's Bobsleigh Association, Great Britain Bobsleigh Association, Netherlands National Synchronized Swimming Association, Alberta Ballet, and the Elite Dance Academy. Cuff repairs and dislocation. Wound Cleansing and post-surgical drain removals. Motor vehicle accidents, back rehabilitation, specifically, facet joint syndrome, discogenic injury, and spondolythesis.
- Prevention, injury management and treatment for elite athletes, specifically, Canadian National Swim Team, Canadian National Synchronized Swimming Association, Canadian Women's Bobsleigh Association, Great Britain Bobsleigh Association, Netherlands National Synchronized Swimming Association, Alberta Ballet, Elite Dance Academy.
- Cybex Muscle Testing
- Treatment modalities including; electrical modalities of ultrasound, laser, EMS, interferential current; vertebral mobilization, flexibility and strength programs, abdominal and postural stabilization programs, VAX-D Traction therapy for discogenic conditions and mechanical and manual traction.
- Treatment modalities include electrical modalities such as ultrasound, laser, and EMS, as well as massage therapists, naturopaths, and nutritionists.
- Treatment modalities include electrical modalities such as ultrasound, laser, and EMS; massage therapists; naturopaths, and dietitians.
- Supervision and teaching of athletic therapy students on clinical placements.
- Spinal Cord Rehabilitation
- Stroke Rehabilitation
Physical Therapist
Canadian National Swim Team
Commonwealth Games, Victoria BC, Canada
08.1994 - 08.1994
- Maintained the health and wellness of Olympian and Commonwealth Games athletes.
- Injury prevention during the Commonwealth Games through massage, modalities and stretching.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Montana
Missoula, Montana12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada04-1994
Bachelor of Physical Education - Athletic Therapy
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB, Canada04-1989
Skills
- Clinical experience in physical therapy, athletic therapy and kinesiology
- Clinical, college, and university-level instructor
- Independent, self starter, entrepreneur with proven leadership skills in clinical, classroom and wilderness settings
- Program marketing, management delivered with creativity and critical thinking, published writing and public speaking
Certification
- Allied Health Rehabilitation Certificate (University of Montana)
- Gunn IMS Acupuncture Certificate
- Certificate Program in Medical Acupuncture (200 hours)-University of Alberta
- Acupuncture Foundation of Canada Institute
Level 1, Level 11A, Level 111A and Classical A
- Calgary Sport Physical Therapy: Extremity/vertebral manual therapy certificate
- Abdominal and lumbar stabilization certificate
- Yoga Teacher RYT500-Gold
- Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine from the California College of Ayurveda.
Interests
Timeline
Business Owner, Educator, Lecturer, Clinician
The Loft Yoga and Therapy
03.2017 - 12.2020
Tami Ellis Physical Therapy
Self Employed
01.2009 - 12.2020
Physical Therapist
Life Mark Physical Therapy Clinic
09.2006 - 01.2009
Clinic Owner: The Pure Health Therapy Company
Self Employed
12.2004 - 08.2006
Instructor
Medicine Hat College
09.2001 - 04.2002
Trekking, Philanthropy and Retreat Guide
Not For Profit and Self Employed
08.2001 - 10.2021
Physical Therapy Consultant/Owner/Operator
Big Hill Physical Therapy
01.2000 - 11.2004
Physical Therapist
Canadian National Swim Team
08.1994 - 08.1994
Physical Therapist
Lindsay Park Sport Physical Therapy Clinics (Life Mark)
07.1994 - 12.2000
Doctor of Physical Therapy - Doctor of Physical Therapy
University of Montana
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Physical Education - Athletic Therapy
University of Calgary