Hospice Massage Therapist

Ohio Living • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Hospice Massage Therapist plans, organizes, develops, and directs massage therapy care for hospice patients. The role provides therapeutic massage intended to support patients’ physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, in accordance with company standards and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.

The therapist works with patients and their families to provide quality care and maintain positive, trusting relationships. The role also supports the interdisciplinary team, develops and maintains therapy plans and documentation, monitors equipment, tracks outcomes, and stays current on relevant licensure, certification, reimbursement, and educational matters. The position pays $25 per hour.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited massage therapy training program.
• Current, unencumbered Ohio license to practice as a Massage Therapist.
• At least two years of massage therapy experience.
• Experience in home health, hospice, long-term care, or another healthcare setting.
• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and the internet.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies according to insurance carrier underwriting standards.

Nice To Haves

• Current Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB) designation from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide therapeutic massage programming to hospice patients.
• Massage and knead patients’ muscles and soft tissues to address medical conditions, injuries, and comfort needs.
• Prepare and blend oils and apply them to patients’ skin when indicated.
• Interact with patients to support quality care and positive patient-staff relations.
• Maintain trusting relationships with patients’ family members and respond professionally and promptly to requests or concerns.
• Assist the interdisciplinary team in determining and ensuring ongoing massage therapy services and implementing actions to correct identified deficiencies.
• Review and maintain electronic documentation, including progress notes, and report changes in patients’ conditions to the RN Case Manager.
• Develop preliminary and comprehensive written plans of care and ensure progress notes and care plans accurately describe therapy services and patient responses.
• Monitor the condition of massage therapy equipment and instruments.
• Stay informed about licensure, certification, and reimbursement issues and implement necessary changes to agency practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and protect patient rights.
• Keep informed by reading and attending educational workshops, seminars, and continuing education courses.
• Assess, track, and analyze patient behavior and participation, and measure and report outcomes.
• Maintain current and accurate records using computers and other documentation in accordance with applicable policies and guidelines.
• Attend employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed