Contingent Massage Therapist-PRN

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a massage therapist to evaluate pediatric and select adult patients for massage therapy, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide education to patients and families. The role operates on an on-call basis to cover call-offs and PTO, and requires Ohio licensure and accredited massage therapy education.

Responsibilities include administering therapy, documenting progress, participating in staff education, and collaborating with

Qualifications

• Completion of basic Curriculum for Therapeutic Massage from an accredited School of Massage Therapy.
• Licensure by the State of Ohio Medical Board is required.
• Massage therapy experience in a hospital or pediatric setting required.

Responsibilities

• Administers massage therapy treatment to promote relaxation and improve pulmonary function and observes treatment plans.
• Attends continuing education and in-service training; conducts massage therapy education for hospital staff.
• Documents evaluation results, progress, treatment plans, and recommendations using documentation methods.
• Educates patients and families on treatment goals and therapy plans; assesses ongoing compliance.
• Evaluates patients of varied ages and diagnoses and develops individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Massage Therapy education

Tools

EMR documentation systems

Job description

THIS ROLE IS ON CALL AS NEEDED TO COVER FOR CALL OFFS AND PTO***

Overview

THIS ROLE IS ON CALL AS NEEDED TO COVER FOR CALL OFFS AND PTO***

Job Description Summary

Evaluates pediatric and select adult patients for massage therapy because of injury or disease and implements massage therapy programs and services to meet clinical needs. Provides education or in-services regarding indications and benefits of massage therapy, documents evaluation results and patient progress, and provides patient and family education.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Administers massage therapy treatment to promote relaxation and improve pulmonary function, utilizes stress reduction techniques and other modalities, and observes and modifies treatment plans to meet needs and achieve goals.
• Attends continuing education programs and participates in departmental in-service training programs, adheres to department productivity standards, and conducts massage therapy educational programs for hospital staff.
• Documents evaluation results, objective status, progress, treatment plan, and recommendations compliantly. Utilizes appropriate computerized or standardized documentation methods, as applicable to caseload.
• Educates on treatment goals and therapy plans, instructs on massage therapy activities, documents instruction, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding.
• Evaluates patients with varied ages and diagnoses to determine appropriateness of massage therapy services. Establishes goals and develops an individualized treatment plan. Communicates status and collaborates with physicians, third-party payors, and relevant healthcare providers.

Education Requirement

Completion of basic Curriculum for Therapeutic Massage from an accredited School of Massage Therapy, required.

Licensure Requirement

Licensure by the State of Ohio Medical Board, required.

Certifications

• Certification in Neuromuscular and Myofascial Massage Therapy, preferred.
• Certification in Newborn Massage Therapy or Infant Massage, preferred.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication skills.

Experience

Massage therapy experience in a hospital or pediatric setting, or clinical affiliation in pediatrics, required.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Sitting, Squat/kneel

FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Flexing/extending of neck, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Walking

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

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"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"