Massage Therapist

Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa•Cloquet, MN

7d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Massage Therapist provides region-specific medical massage therapy to clinic patients according to provider referrals. Treatments involve soft tissue manipulation and pressure to help prevent or alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasms, and stress. The therapist manages the patient schedule, documents information and decisions in patient charts according to established policies, and educates patients about their treatments using appropriate educational materials and medical guidelines. The role collaborates with medical clinic and physical medicine team members, maintains required licensure, supports compliance with HIPAA and other applicable laws, and serves as an expert resource to staff. Other duties include attending mandatory training, serving on CQI committees as requested, maintaining confidentiality and a clean, organized work area, and responding professionally to requests and concerns. Employees are expected to demonstrate courtesy and respect, represent the Fond du Lac Band and department positively, maintain proper attendance, and take on other responsibilities assigned by management as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved massage therapy school.
Appropriate Minnesota licensing is required and must remain in good standing for the duration of employment.
Knowledge of computer applications including word processing, databases and/or data entry, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Outlook.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and establish priorities.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to establish professional and harmonious working relationships with all parties involved.
Must be physically capable of providing massage therapy to all patients and assisting some patients with muscle dysfunction on and off treatment tables.
Subject to drug and alcohol testing under the Fond du Lac Reservation’s Personnel Policies.
Subject to pre-employment and annual background checks.
Subject to immunization review and submission of proof of required vaccinations.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience is preferred.
Knowledge of Native American communities, culture, customs, and beliefs.
Experience working with Native American clients and communities and the ability to demonstrate cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

Provide region-specific medical massage therapy services to patients according to provider referrals, using soft tissue manipulation to prevent or alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasms, and stress.
Manage the massage therapy patient schedule to maximize the number of patients seen without compromising quality of care.
Record information gathered and decisions made in patient charts according to established charting policies.
Educate patients about treatments according to established medical guidelines and use appropriate educational materials.
Collaborate with medical clinic staff and the physical medicine team as needed.
Maintain appropriate massage therapy licensure.
Work with clinic personnel to ensure compliance with HIPAA and other applicable laws.
Act as an expert resource for other staff.
Serve on CQI committees as requested.
Attend all mandatory department trainings.
Maintain confidentiality of financial, employee, and client records.
Respond promptly and professionally to requests, complaints, and problems.
Demonstrate courtesy, respect, and sensitivity to visitors and coworkers, and represent the Fond du Lac Band and department positively in the community.
Maintain proper attendance and report to work on time in accordance with applicable policies.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Remain flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as needed.
Wear appropriate and professional work attire.