Massage Therapist- Hospice

The Massage Therapist. Flex schedule. Hospice patient base.

• As part of an inter-disciplinary healthcare team, provides therapeutic massage services based upon physician orders and patient assessment.

• Monitors patients for effectiveness of therapy, as well as adverse reactions. Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients served.

• Performs setup, monitoring and maintenance of equipment and supplies utilized in the provision of therapeutic massage services. Monitors safety practices in the work environment and reports areas of concern.

• Educates patients, families, and others about therapeutic massage-related topics.

• Explains procedures to patients to elicit cooperation and maximize effectiveness of procedures.

• Documents work activities through patient records and periodic reports as requested by management.

• Promotes awareness of adjunctive massage therapy services through interaction with hospital staff, physicians, patients, family members, professional organizations and community groups.

• Ensures personal and professional development through participation in educational activities and completion of annual competency validation.

• Actively participates in performance improvement activities at the department, hospital and/or Carilion Clinic level.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a state-approved massage therapy training program required.

Experience: None required.

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current Massage Therapist license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Positive interpersonal and oral communication skills, effective written communication skills, ability to resolve complaints or problems, and ability and willingness to work as an integral member of a multi-skilled team. Must be courteous, customer-focused, and exhibit integrity.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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