Tara Kowalsky RMT
Airlie Beach,QLD
Summary
To enhance my professional skills and utilize my massage therapist training and customer service experience in a dynamic workplace to reach the goals of the company and benefit customers and patients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Massage Therapist
Bodhi Wellness
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Perform massage treatments and body wraps in an active mountain town for a multi-disciplinary clinic including chiropractic, physiotherapy, massage therapy, and an esthetician
- Experience in the following massage modalities: relaxation, deep tissue/sports therapy, cupping therapy, hot stone with aromatherapy, and pre-natal Experience in body wrap treatments that include exfoliation of the entire body including abdomen, followed by application of a seaweed or cocoa mud. Client is then fully wrapped and left to lay in mud for half an hour. Treatment is finished with a full body massage
- Extensive knowledge of 'Environ' skin care products to sell to clients
Registered Massage Therapist
Kananaskis Nordic Spa
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Perform 4-5 massages a day, 4 days a week
- Relaxation, deep tissue, or pre-natal treatments, depending on the needs of the client
- Proper documentation of treatment performed (SOAP Notes)
- Proper disinfection of massage rooms after each treatment, and full shut-down of rooms at the end of the shift
- Occasional spa attendant duties
Registered Massage Therapist
Chatter Creek Mountain Lodge
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Perform 3-5 massage treatments per night in a backcountry ski/snowboard lodge setting
- Assess orthopedic conditions to tailor treatments to the client's specific needs
- Light housekeeping duties (bed-making, laundry, cleaning of common areas)
- On-call first aid attendant
Emergency Medical Responder
Black Gold Medical Ltd
11.2018 - 11.2021
- Providing stand-by medical services in a Mobile Treatment Center; within scope of practice In charge of site sign in/out and safety rundown, checking valid tickets Ensuring cleanliness of MTC/first aid room, making sure it is always ready for response
- Coordinating Emergency Response Plan (ERP) with STARS or other emergency services
- Experience in Forest Fire Safety, Wind Turbine Construction, Seismic, and Oil Operations
- Coordinate and assist in helicopter rescue extrication
Housekeeping
Banff Gate Mountain Resort
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Cleaning and sanitizing duties of rustic mountain chalets
- Laundry duties
Housekeeping
Mackenzie Beach Resort
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Duties included cleaning of cabins and surrounding property to create a welcoming environment for guests.
- Other responsibilities involved use of a computer program to manage check-ins, and greeting of guests when they arrive.
Environmental 1 (Housekeeping)
Alberta Health Services
04.2015 - 05.2016
- Cleaning the operating and patient rooms to meet the strict hygiene standards of a hospital
- Duties included changing linen and cleaning/sanitizing all surfaces.
Secretary/Cashier/First Aid Attendant
The Tennis Academy
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Duties as a secretary included managing court times and booking dates over the phone, handling money associated with membership fees and court costs, and light cleaning.
Education
Diploma - REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY
MH Vicars of Massage Therapy
CERTIFICATE in EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER -
HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING INSTITUTE
Skills
- Trained massage therapy modalities include: relaxation, deep tissue/sports therapy, pre-natal, hot stone, and cupping
- Able to use effective problem solving skills
- Flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple projects
- Able to effectively communicate with others
- Organized and punctual
Accomplishments
- Emergency Medical Responder- registered in Alberta and BC
- CPR/AED Level HCP/Basic Life Support
- Registered Massage Therapist - Natural Health Practitioners of Canada
- Thai Therapeutic Massage Level 4 - Old Medicine Hospital Thai Massage School Shivagakomarpaj, Chiang Mai Thailand
- Occupational First Aid Level 3 - August 2021 to August 2024
Timeline
Registered Massage Therapist
Bodhi Wellness
01.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Massage Therapist
Kananaskis Nordic Spa
05.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Massage Therapist
Chatter Creek Mountain Lodge
12.2021 - 03.2023
Emergency Medical Responder
Black Gold Medical Ltd
11.2018 - 11.2021
Housekeeping
Banff Gate Mountain Resort
03.2018 - 04.2019
Housekeeping
Mackenzie Beach Resort
09.2017 - 03.2018
Environmental 1 (Housekeeping)
Alberta Health Services
04.2015 - 05.2016
Secretary/Cashier/First Aid Attendant
The Tennis Academy
01.2013 - 12.2013
Diploma - REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPY
MH Vicars of Massage Therapy
CERTIFICATE in EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER -
HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING INSTITUTE
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