Hospice Massage Therapist

Phoenix Home Care and Hospice • Joplin, MO

25d

About The Position

The Hospice Massage Therapist provides a healing and calming presence for hospice clients. Massage sessions may offer clients a space to relax while processing their emotions and experiences. In a palliative care setting, hospice massage can ease physical discomfort and enhance quality of life. Services may also be offered to loved ones of hospice clients, recognizing the physical and emotional toll of caregiving and supporting their mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

Potential benefits of palliative massage include calming the autonomic nervous system and reducing anxiety; alleviating soreness and relaxing stiff muscles; helping mitigate medication side effects; supporting deep relaxation and restful sleep; reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation; improving circulation; and decreasing nausea. The position serves Joplin, Missouri, and surrounding areas and is paid per visit.

Requirements

• Valid massage therapy license.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide massage therapy to hospice clients to support relaxation, ease physical discomfort, and enhance quality of life.
• Offer a calming and supportive space for clients as they process emotions and experiences.
• Massage loved ones of hospice clients when services are offered, supporting their mental, physical, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

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