Compassionate Hospice Massage Therapist - Healing & Comfort

Ohio Living; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Living is seeking a qualified Massage Therapist to develop and administer massage therapy programs for hospice patients, promoting physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Responsibilities include providing therapeutic massage, preparing oils, documenting care, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and maintaining licenses while staying current with continuing education. This full-time role requires Ohio licensure and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited massage therapy training program required.
• Current unencumbered license for the state of Ohio to practice as a Massage Therapist required.
• Current Board Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (BCTMB) designation from the NCBTMB a plus.
• Two years experience in massage therapy required.
• Experience in a home health, hospice, long-term care, or other healthcare setting required.
• Proficiency with Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and the internet required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develops and provides quality therapeutic massage programming to hospice patients.
• Massages and kneads muscles and soft tissues of the patient’s body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, and comfort.
• Prepares and blends oils and applies to the patient’s skin, when indicated.
• Interacts with patients to ensure that quality care and positive patient-staff relations are taking place.
• Maintains open and trust-building relationships with the patient’s family members, responding professionally and promptly to requests or concerns.
• Assists the interdisciplinary team in determining and ensuring ongoing massage therapy services and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.
• Reviews and maintains appropriate electronic documentation in accordance with standards and regulations.
• Develops and oversees written plans of care for each patient and ensures therapy progress notes are charted.

Skills

Massage therapy

Communication

Education

Ohio Massage Therapy License

BCTMB (preferred)

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ohio Living is seeking a qualified Massage Therapist to develop and administer massage therapy programs for hospice patients, promoting physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Responsibilities include providing therapeutic massage, preparing oils, documenting care, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, and maintaining licenses while staying current with continuing education. This full-time role requires Ohio licensure and strong communication skills.