Hospice Massage Therapist

Ohio Living•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Massage Therapist plans, organizes, develops, and directs the plan of care pertaining to massage therapy and may be directed to ensure that an on-going program of therapy, designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of the patient, is maintained in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited massage therapy training program required.
Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as a Massage Therapist required.
Two years experience in massage therapy required.
Experience in a home health, hospice, long-term care, or other healthcare setting required.
Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet required.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Must be insurable under professional liability and crime coverage policies as specified by 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) a plus.

Responsibilities

Develops and provides quality therapeutic massage programming to hospice patients.
Massages and kneads muscles and soft tissues of the patient’s body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, and comfort.
Prepares and blends oils and applies to the patient’s skin, when indicated.
Interacts with patients to ensure that quality care and positive patient-staff relations are taking place.
Maintains open and trust-building relationships with the patient’s family members, responding professionally and promptly to any requests or concerns.
Assists the interdisciplinary team in determining and ensuring ongoing massage therapy services and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.
Reviews and maintains appropriate electronic documentation in accordance with company standards and federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, including progress notes and reporting any change in the patient’s condition to the RN Case Manager.
Develops and oversees written plans of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each patient and ensures that all therapy progress notes and care plans are charted, informative, and descriptive of the therapy services provided and the patient’s response to the therapy.
Monitors the condition of massage therapy equipment/instruments.
Stays informed on licensure, certification, and reimbursement issues in order to anticipate and/or implement necessary changes in the agency's practices and to maximize the agency's position on those issues.
Maintains confidentiality of patient information and rights of the patient.
Keeps abreast of pertinent information through reading and attending educational workshops, seminars, and continuing education courses.
Assesses, tracks, and analyzes behavior and participation, measuring and reporting outcomes.
Maintains current and accurate records through use of computers and/or other documentation in accordance with corporate policies, federal, state, and local guidelines.
Attends all-employee and departmental meetings and in-service training as scheduled or as directed.
All other duties as assigned.