Hospice Massage Therapist

Ecumen; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit senior living provider as a part-time Hospice Massage Therapist. This role involves delivering compassionate massage therapy to enhance the comfort and quality of life for patients in hospice care. You'll assess individual needs and provide tailored interventions to alleviate symptoms such as anxiety and pain. With a commitment to inclusivity and exceptional care, this organization values your contributions to improving the lives of older adults. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the required qualifications, this opportunity could be your next fulfilling career step.

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical massage therapy experience required.
• Current Massage Therapist license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and perform evaluations for therapy effectiveness.
• Guide patients through massage interventions to alleviate symptoms.

Skills

Massage Therapy

Effective Communication

Patient Assessment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hospice Massage Therapist | Part-Time | Weekdays only | Twin Cities & North Branch Territory.

The Massage Therapist position is responsible for providing massage therapy services under the direction of the Clinical Director according to the hospice patient’s unique plan of care.

About Us:

Ecumen Hospice is hiring a Massage Therapist. Ecumen Hospice honors life through care and serves individuals in the Twin Cities – Metro Area. The Ecumen Hospice mission is to provide care that exceeds the expectations of those in the later stages of life by offering comfort and quality of life, ensuring each person feels honored and supported as their life continues to have significance.

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we rank as Minnesota’s 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details:

• Schedule: Part-Time. 48 scheduled hours every 2 weeks.
• Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $27.00 - $30.00 per hour.
  • Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay, including experience, qualifications, certifications, licenses, and education.
• Benefits: Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our part-time team members, including dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off, a 6% 401(k) match, and other resources. Learn more at Ecumen Benefits.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Assess patients for medical indication and perform evaluations to determine therapy effectiveness.
• Guide and assist patients through massage interventions to help alleviate symptoms such as anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, muscle tension, circulation issues, stiffness, contractures, limited mobility, relaxation, and comfort.
• Utilize interventions like comfort touch, energy work, and compressions.
• Maintain records such as clinical notes, charting, and coordination notes, which should be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within 24 hours of the session and updated as needed.
• Provide ongoing education to the clinical team regarding treatment appropriateness and contraindications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 1 year of clinical massage therapy experience
• Current license, certification, or registration as a Massage Therapist in good standing
• Effective communication skills in both verbal and written formats
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures, including but not limited to, Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precautions, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to Know, SDS, ADA, HUD policies, and Fair Housing laws

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in home health, hospice, or senior care environments

Licenses & Certifications:

Required: Massage Therapy License or certification

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