Massage Therapist, Part Time - Cancer Center - Mineola
About The Position
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is hiring a part-time Massage Therapist to provide massage therapy to oncology patients at the NYU Cancer Center and associated sites. The therapist develops individualized treatment plans based on patients’ symptoms, obtains medical clearance from a physician or registered nurse before treatment, and records treatment notes in the electronic medical record. The role also includes educating patients about oncology massage techniques, their benefits and safety, and appropriate dosing for symptom management, as well as supporting patients in developing other self-care practices for relaxation, such as meditation and yoga. The position requires an associate degree and a valid New York State massage therapy license. Candidates must have three years of clinical massage therapy experience or advanced training in one or more specified massage modalities. Effective communication with all levels of the organization is required. The hourly salary range is $25.96–$44.79; actual salary depends on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.
Requirements
- Associate degree.
- Valid New York State license in massage therapy.
- Three years of experience providing massage therapy in a clinical setting, or advanced training in one or more of oncology massage, hospital-based massage, or manual lymphatic drainage.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities
- Provide massage therapy for oncology patients in the NYU Cancer Center and associated sites.
- Document treatment notes in the electronic medical record.
- Develop individual treatment plans based on patients’ symptoms.
- Obtain medical clearance from a physician or registered nurse before performing massage therapy.
- Educate patients on oncology massage techniques, including benefits, safety, and optimal dosing for symptom management.
- Support patients in developing additional self-care approaches for relaxation, such as meditation and yoga.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
- Financial security benefits.
- Generous time-off program.
- Employee resource groups for peer support.
- Holistic employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
