WORK EXPERIENCE
Office and Medical Assistant
New York State Agriculture Department
Migrant Medical Health Clinic
Mount Alverno Convent
Grand Street
Warwick, New York
1976-1982
Dr. Phillip Jajosky, M.D.
Assisted Dr. Jajosky taking, recording and reporting basic vital signs of Migrant Workers coming in for both well and sick care. The unique features of the Clinic was that 2 days per week the office went mobile and visited the workers in their homes and at their jobs and I accompanied the Doctor to the site. Scheduled all appointments, and organized and efficiently managed office on a day to day basis. Left for another Full Time Job and to begin College, in Middletown, New York.
Quality Control Senior Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology
Otisville BioPharm. Incorporated
Sanatorium Road
Otisville, New York
1982-1987
Mr. Ernest Green, Vice President
Worked as a Quality Control Microbiologist for this Privately Owned Medical Device Manufacturer. Was responsible for all Laboratory Assays and Quality Control Testing of Products and Devices. This Bacteriological Media Manufacturer served the Tri State Region, including various large area hospitals and the New York City Health Department. Performed complex tests for Class ll and lll devices and used the Limulus Lysate Assay for the detection of Endotoxins. Effectively performed all day to day functions pertaining to Laboratory operation and oversaw a small amount of subordinate personnel. Participated in some small scale Research and Development. Wrote FDA GLMP's and was successful in passing all FDA inspections. Designed the Air Sampling Program and Formaldehyde Fogging Procedures for the Clean Room/Sterile Rooms and Production Areas.
Senior Laboratory Technologist-Department of Medicine
Division of Immunology and Rheumatology -Munger Pavilion
New York Medical College
Valhalla, New York
1987-1991
Dr. Arthur Weinstien, M.D.
Responsible for the Cultivation of the causative agent of Lyme Disease, Borellia Bergdorferi. Also performed all tests and assays for the detection of the Lyme Spirochete using all Serological Methods. Devised ELISA standards and assays, participated in research and supported studies in combination with major Pharmaceutical Companies and the College. Created and Employed the first Western Blot Assay for Lyme Disease at the College and supported the Laboratory at the Westchester Medical Center and other large area Hospitals. Performed IFA's, and other routine tests to detect other Rheumatological Disorders and Diseases. Conducted complex Laboratory Tests including Gel Electrophoresis. Had honorable mention as a result of a study that Dr. Weinstein conducted on Lyme Disease and Pregnancy, which was published in the Journal of Rheumatic Diseases and presented in Stockholm, Sweden.
Per Diem Microbiology Technologist
Westchester County Medical Center
Grasslands Reservation
Valhalla, New York
1987-1991
Dr. Kenneth Van Horn, Ph.D.
Worked on a Per Diem basis for this large area teaching Hospital. Performed all methods, tests and assays pertaining to the Hospital Microbiology Laboratory. Worked with both Anaerobes and Aerobes. Analysis of Blood-borne Pathogens and Routine Microbiological Cultures. Performed standard methods for Antibiotic Sensitivities.
Assistant Virologist/Assistant Microbiologist
Department of Laboratories and Research of Westchester County
Dana Road
Valhalla, New York
1991-2002
Dr. Syed Abid, Ph.D.
Worked for this large, high volume County Laboratory which served the Tri-State Region and the Westchester Medical Center Grasslands Complex. Performed all tests, assays and methodologies pertaining to the Microbiology, Mycobacteriology and the Virology Laboratories. Culture and Sensitivities, Aerobes and Anaerobic Pathogen identification and isolation. Serologic methods of identification, GenProbe, Immunoflourescent Assays, FTA-ABS for Syphilis, Western Blot, ELISA, Bactec Method, Kinyon Acid Fast Staining, Tissue Culture Techniques, PCR, CMV-Antigenemia, Hemagluttination/Hemabsorption, Influenza isolation, Influenza Reporting for State. Was responsible for setting up the first ELISA and Western Blot Assay for West Nile Virus. Cross trained subordinate personnel and supervised all subordinate personnel. Worked closely with the Westchester Medical Center and the New York Medical College Bone Marrow Transplant Division and the Infectious Diseases Department.
Volunteer Library Assistant, Women's Group Organizer, Facilitator and Instructor
Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Library
Nzingha Women: Doorway to Healing
Family Partnership Center
North Hamilton Street
Poughkeepsie, New York
2002-Present
Mr. Odell Winfield, Director
Worked as a Library Assistant, cataloging books, making appointments, receiving books, receiving donations, setting up workshops and presentations for this Community Run African Roots Cultural Library. Was responsible for various programing that the Library hosted. Organized Womens Groups, Think Tanks, and set up Community Meetings. Co-founded the Nzingha Women: Doorway to Healing W omens Ancient Healing Arts Program and Organization. Functioned as Organizer, Facilitator, and Instructor. Did Fundraising and put on Community celebrations such as Kwanzaa and other important Cultural events.
Regular Education In Home Tutor and Substitute Teacher
Hyde Park Central School District
Hyde Park, New York
2007-Present
Mrs. Merissa Merlino, Head Guidance Counselor
Currently working with the District as a Substitute Elementary, Middle and High School teacher as well as an in home tutor for all levels. Subjects taught are English, Math, Algebra, Trigonometry and Calculus, Social Studies (Global), Science (Biology and Earth Science), and Spanish. All subjects tutored. Proxy exams, Teach, Assign Homework, Check Work, Correct Work, Deliver Work to Teachers, Report to all Teachers, Give Feedback to Student, Function as a liaison between teacher and tutored student. Administer Exams including Regents.
Owner, Minister, Spiritual Adviser, Metaphysical Counselor
The Spiritual Awareness Center
Poughkeepsie, New York
2010-Present
In this Home Office and with this Spiritual Network of Healers, and Entertainers, Rev. Tama provides Metaphysical Counseling, Therapies, and Advocacy. Rev. Tama organizes and arranges the scheduling of her professional practitioners appointments and consultations. Tama oversees all of the Healing and Restorative Work performed in the Center both onsite and offsite. Offers Remote Healing, and Trans-personal Counseling by telephone or email as well. Prepares Amulets and Talismans. Performs Energy Work, Metaphysical Counseling and Iridology as well as Hypnosis on site. Tama is also an Ordained Interfaith and Nondenominational Minister performing Wedding and Special Ceremonies. Rev. Tama is a Middle Eastern Belly Dancer (Raqs Sharqi) and works a performing artist for special occasions. Tama also performs West African Dance for Entertainment.
Woodstock, Kingston and Phoenicia NY
November of 2011 to Present
Director of Kingston Community Clinic since July 2012
Faculty Practitioner, and Faculty Manager-
Healthcare is a Human Right is an organization committed to bringing holistic wellness care to all, regardless of socio-economic status.
Since its inception, Healthcare is a Human Right has operated free clinics in Woodstock, Phoenicia, and Kingston in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York, under the auspices of Family of Woodstock.
Healthcare is a Human Right has a volunteer faculty of exemplary and dedicated professionals in the following modalities: acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, massage, homeopathy, energy psychology, shiatsu massage, flower essences, reflexology, reiki, feldenkrais, chiropractic, nutritional counseling, and aromatherapy.
At present, our clinics are held quarterly in each of our three locations: Woodstock, Phoenicia, and Kingston, NY.Lecturer at Rainbows End Butterfly Farm and Nursery
Pawling, New York
May of 2012, to Present
Butterfly Farm Educator/Lecturer
Entomology and Ecology
Rainbow's End Butterfly Farm & Nursery-is a family owned and operated business. We hand-raise butterflies and create eco-friendly butterfly habitats
The Mission is to make a commitment to having a positive impact on the environment by allowing and creating butterfly habitat.
The Goal is to excite and encourage others to join us as partners in this experience of creating butterfly habitat one garden at a time.
The Emphasis is on habitat and education. You will recognize local butterflies and the plants they visit, and you will be able to create your own backyard habitats.
Healthcare Coordinator, St. Francis Hospital and Health Center
Department of Radiology-Imaging Center-Liaison between Technologists, Nurses, Doctors and Patients
Healthcare Coordinator
Poughkeepsie, NY
EDUCATION
B.O.C.E.S. of Orange County
Goshen, New York
Secretarial Skills Program-Certificate Received, 1976
Orange County Community College
Midldletown, New York
Associates Degree in Biological Sciences 1982
Marist College
Poughkeepsie, New York
Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences 1987
New York Medical College
Graduate School of Basic Medical Sciences
Valhalla, New York
Successful completion of Graduate Courses in Microbiology, Virology and Small Animal Surgery 1998
State University of New York at New Paltz
New Paltz, New York
Graduate Courses taken in Microbiology and Microbial Genetics, 1998
Dream Works Institute- Shamanism Intensive with John Perkins and Llyn Roberts
Omega Institute
Rhinebeck, New York
Certificate of Completion 2007
Forgiveness, Conflict Resolution Workshop with Pumla Gobodo Madizekela
Omega Institute
Rhinebeck, New York
2008
Belly Dance-Raqs Sharqi, Sophia Raqs! with Sophia (Denise Ribble)
Maximum Fitness
Newburgh, New York
Instruction in Oriental Dance, Belly Dance and Beledi
Melody Africa with Assane Badji
Family Partnership Center
Poughkeepsie, New York
The Living Seed
New Paltz, New York
Instruction in West African Dance
National Guild of Hypnosis
Mr. Peter Blum
Woodstock, New York
Obtained Certification CHt.
Dr. Donald V. Bodeen, DC, School of Iridology
Poughkeepsie, New York
Obtained Certification, Beginning Iridology
Entomology/and Ecology-Butterfly Farm Training
with Ms. Patricia DuPlessis, of Rainbows End Butterfly Farm
Pawling, New York
Obtained Training to begin Lectures and Presentations
Healthcare is a Human Right
with Susan Weeks, Executive Director and Registered/Licensed Physician's Assistant
Obtained Training to begin as Director of the Kingston Community Clinic, in Kingston, New York
Also Performs Hypnosis and Faculty Interviews, and Training for Clinics
University of Sedona
University of Metaphysics Program
Sedona, Arizona
Bachelors Degree in Metaphysical Science 2010
Currently (2013), a student in good standing in the Graduate to Doctorate Degree Program at The University of Sedona with a concentration in Metaphysical Counseling. Graduate Thesis work on the current and effective Metaphysical Healing Modalities in Adolescent Therapy.
Rev. Tama has an extensive background in Biological Sciences combined with Metaphysics. Her life work has always been concerned with the Human Condition, both on the Physical and the Spiritual level. Her Secular Education has given her a great understanding of Physiology, Disease and Physical Health. Her Spiritual Education in Transpersonal Psychology provides the knowledge of concepts, ideas and methodologies necessary in treating clients on the Spiritual/Emotional levels.
