Massage Therapist - Hospice

Essential Functions And Skills

• Provides direct massage therapy at the direction of the Clinical Supervisor or Manager of Clinical Services in accordance with the plan of care.
• Affirms patient and referral for appropriate medical indication for services and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy.
• Directs and aids patients through massage therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, muscle tension, circulation, stiffness, contractures, limited mobility, relaxation, and comfort.
• Utilizes interventions such as but not limited to: Swedish Massage, Comfort Touch, Energy work, and compressions.
• Observes and reports the patient’s response to treatment and any changes in the patient’s condition to the Clinical Supervisor or Manager of Clinical Services and other pertinent staff.
• Provides education and awareness to clinical team regarding appropriateness or contraindications for therapy treatment.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within 24-48 hours of session and modified as needed.
• Participates in interdisciplinary group and organization in-service education program as needed.
• Participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Massage Therapist License or Bodywork Therapist License in practicing states.
• Ability to pass background, consumer report and drug test.
• Valid State Driver’s License, automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record required.

Physical Requirements

• Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 12 pounds. Occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.

Pay

The hourly base range for this role is $24.00-$30.00 per hour. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is flexible to accommodate the needs of both the patient and the therapist.