Massage Therapist

CLAREMEDICA HEALTH PARTNERS LLCMiami, FL
18dOnsite

About The Position

The Massage Therapist is responsible for performing therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a Licensed Massage Therapist (required)
  • Licensed Massage Therapist (required)
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)

Responsibilities

  • Applies finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.
  • Assesses patients’ soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
  • Confers with patients about their medical histories and any problems with stress and/or pain in order to determine whether massage would be helpful.
  • Develops and proposes patients’ treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.
  • Massages and kneads the muscles and soft tissues of the human body in order to provide courses of treatment for medical conditions and injuries or wellness maintenance.
  • Prepares and blends oils and applies the blends to clients' skin.
  • Maintains treatment records.
  • Provides clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement, and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.
  • Administers massage therapy treatments by giving massages; initiating traction; applying physical agents; utilizing hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines; directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.
  • Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
  • Maintains patient confidence and protects medical center operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
  • Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

501-1,000 employees

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