Contingent Massage Therapist-PRN

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call availability

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH seeks a massage therapist to evaluate pediatric and select adult patients and to implement massage therapy programs to meet clinical needs. Role includes education on indications and benefits, documenting results, and providing family education.

Must have completed a basic Curriculum for Therapeutic Massage from an accredited school and licensure by the Ohio Medical Board; preferred certifications in Neuromuscular/Myofascial Massage or

Qualifications

• Completion of basic Curriculum for Therapeutic Massage from an accredited School of Massage Therapy.
• Licensure by the State of Ohio Medical Board, required.
• Preferred certifications in Neuromuscular and Myofascial Massage Therapy or Newborn Massage Therapy/Infant Massage.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate pediatric and select adult patients for massage therapy and implement programs to meet clinical needs.
• Administer massage therapy to promote relaxation and improve pulmonary function; modify plans as needed.
• Document evaluation results, patient progress, and treatment plans; educate patients and families.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Pediatrics Experience

Education

Basic Curriculum for Therapeutic Massage

Job description

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.

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.

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: (not specified)

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

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We're 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.