Wendy Potter
Ocean View,DE
Summary
Over 20 years of experience in bodywork, with a commitment to creating a safe and calming environment that fosters a holistic approach to body balance. Extensive knowledge of human anatomy and function. Strives to meet individual client needs while providing education on self-care practices that promote a progressively pain-free life.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Independent Massage Therapist
Self
02.2003 - Current
- Offer therapeutic massage treatments both in-house and on-site to clients
- Offer seated chair massage services for corporate and private events
- Coordinate pamper parties (in-house spa treatments for multiple clients)
- Instituted massage therapy advertising initiative at popular local hair salon.
- Implement multiple bodywork approaches and maintain thorough client records
Massage Therapist
Bethany Massage and Healing Arts
01.2018 - 09.2025
- Provided safe, effective, and appropriate massage therapy techniques during customer appointments.
- Oversaw scheduling and managed appointment bookings to optimize therapist availability and service delivery.
Massage Therapist
Oceanova Spa
01.2018 - 12.2024
- Delivered therapeutic massages to enhance client relaxation and alleviate muscle tension.
- Collaborated with clients to assess individual needs and customize treatment plans.
Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
03.2011 - 01.2019
- Utilized various techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, and trigger point therapy to address specific client needs.
Lead Massage Therapist
The QG
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Provide therapeutic massage at high-end barber shop boutique
- Establish and implement massage service catalog and marketing approach
- Coordinate travel and promote brand at corporate marketing events
- Led team of massage therapists, ensuring high-quality service delivery and client satisfaction.
Lead Instructor, Massage Therapy Program
Fortis Institute
02.2009 - 01.2017
- Developed and taught anatomy and physiology courses to improve comprehension of biological functions. Presented pathology content, detailing various disease processes for better clinical insight. Oversaw kinesiology education, analyzing movement patterns for improved performance. Delivered therapeutic massage practitioner programs, preparing students for professional practice. Organized self-care initiatives to inspire ongoing personal health management.
- Created and established comprehensive curriculum for various courses in program.
- Formulated and launched curriculum to boost student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Reviewed student performance through assessments, supplying timely feedback for continuous enhancement.
- Collaborated with academic staff to align course objectives with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Mentored new instructors, fostering professional growth and enhancing instructional quality across programs.
- Incorporated real-world examples into lessons, connecting abstract concepts to students'' everyday lives.
- Boosted student interest in subject matter by planning engaging field trips and guest speaker events.
Massage Therapist
About Faces Day Spa
02.2009 - 12.2011
- Team member at high-end salon and spa
- Maintained client retention by providing customized therapeutic bodywork treatments
Massage Therapist
The Pearl Spa
12.2007 - 02.2009
- Deliver massage services and spa body treatments to clientele at modern upscale spa.
Patient Service Representative
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
02.2004 - 09.2007
- Managed approximately 50 incoming calls, scheduling appointments and answering daily insurance inquiries. Coordinated surgical procedure schedules to ensure timely patient care. Executed daily cash deposits with accuracy and attention to detail. Maintained and organized medical records, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Assistant to three Cardiologists
Physical Therapist Aide
Nova Care Rehabilitation Center
03.2003 - 02.2004
- Assisted patients with daily rehabilitation routine and document patient progress
- Demonstrated proper technique for physical therapy exercises
- Maintained physical therapy equipment
- Assisted physical therapists with patient exercises and rehabilitation protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior, Psychology and Biology
Towson State University
Towson, MDCertificate - Massage Therapy
Rizzieri Institute For The Healing Arts
Marlton, NJ01-2003
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior, Psychology and Biology
Towson State University
Towson, MD05.1995
Skills
- Deep tissue massage
- Body treatments
- Anatomy knowledge
- Hot stone massage
- Thai massage
- Myofascial release
- Prenatal massage
- Postural assessment
- Lymphatic drainage
- Front desk management
- Sales expertise
- Geriatric massage
- Craniosacral therapy
- Aromatherapy and reflexology
- Cupping therapy
- Trigger point massage
- Neuromuscular therapy
- Trager Approach
Certification
National Certification for Therapeutic Massage
Timeline
Massage Therapist
Bethany Massage and Healing Arts
01.2018 - 09.2025
Massage Therapist
Oceanova Spa
01.2018 - 12.2024
Lead Massage Therapist
The QG
01.2017 - 12.2017
Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
03.2011 - 01.2019
Lead Instructor, Massage Therapy Program
Fortis Institute
02.2009 - 01.2017
Massage Therapist
About Faces Day Spa
02.2009 - 12.2011
Massage Therapist
The Pearl Spa
12.2007 - 02.2009
Patient Service Representative
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center
02.2004 - 09.2007
Physical Therapist Aide
Nova Care Rehabilitation Center
03.2003 - 02.2004
Independent Massage Therapist
Self
02.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior, Psychology and Biology
Towson State University
Certificate - Massage Therapy
Rizzieri Institute For The Healing Arts
Bachelor of Science - Animal Behavior, Psychology and Biology
Towson State University
OTHER EXPERIENCE
- Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia, PA
- Curator of over 100 mammals, reptiles and birds serving as ambassadors for environmental education
- Performed live animal shows at popular museum
- Supervisor to volunteers in Live Animal Center
- Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia, PA
- keeper of resident avian species
- Assist in reproduction efforts of endangered species
- Perform live animal shows for the public
- Pocono Environmental Education Center, Dingmans Ferry, PA
- Served as Resident Naturalist
- Provide educational nature tours and teach various environmental courses to all age groups
- Responsible for environmental education programming for inner city youth and daily visitors