Hospice Massage Therapist - Part-Time

Ecumen•Shoreview, MN

About The Position

Ecumen Hospice is hiring a part-time Massage Therapist to serve patients in the Twin Cities and metro territory. Under the direction of the Clinical Director, the therapist provides massage therapy according to each hospice patient’s unique plan of care, with a focus on comfort, quality of life, and alleviating physical and emotional distress. Local travel is required. The position is scheduled for 40 hours every two weeks, with every other Tuesday required. The targeted pay range is $30.00–$35.00 per hour. Ecumen describes itself as a nonprofit senior living provider with more than 160 years of experience and a mission to support older adults through housing, healthcare, and services.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of clinical massage therapy experience.
Successful completion of a massage therapy certification course.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow facility safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including policies and requirements related to vulnerable adults and abuse, HIPAA, residents’ rights, universal precautions, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to Know, SDS, ADA, HUD, and fair housing laws and regulations.
Local travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Current certification through the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB).
Previous experience in home health, hospice, or a senior care environment.

Responsibilities

Assess patients for an appropriate medical indication for service and evaluate the effectiveness of therapy.
Provide massage therapy interventions to help alleviate symptoms including anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, muscle tension, circulation concerns, stiffness, contractures, and limited mobility, and to promote relaxation and comfort.
Use gentle techniques such as slow strokes, passive movements, and comfort touch.
Address physical and emotional distress, focusing on comfort and pain relief.
Use interventions such as manual lymphatic drainage, aromatherapy, reflexology, and/or energy work when applicable.
Maintain schedules and required records, including clinical notes, charting, and coordination notes; incorporate records into the patient’s clinical record within 24 hours of each session and update them as needed.
Provide ongoing education to the clinical team about treatment appropriateness and contraindications.
Perform other duties as assigned.