Hospice Massage Therapist — Flexible Schedule & Impact

Grace Hospice MN; Twin Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Short-term and long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Grace Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Massage Therapist to join our interdisciplinary care team in Minneapolis, MN. You will provide therapeutic massage to hospice patients to promote comfort, relaxation and well-being, coordinating visits with nursing, social work, chaplaincy and other professionals.

The role emphasizes an evidence-based, person-centered approach, with a flexible schedule and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Massage therapy education and credentials meeting applicable professional requirements.
• At least one year of clinical massage therapy experience; two or more years preferred.
• Hospice, home health or healthcare experience is a plus.
• Geriatric massage training or experience preferred.
• Compassionate and adaptable approach to working with patients and families.
• Strong communication, organization and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while being an engaged member of a collaborative care team.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic massage based on each patient’s individual needs and plan of care.
• Complete initial assessments and develop an appropriate massage therapy plan in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Adapt massage techniques and visits based on changing patient needs, comfort and preferences.
• Coordinate your patient visit schedule while considering care needs, team meetings and priorities.
• Communicate observations and relevant updates with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to coordinated patient care.
• Complete required documentation accurately and timely.
• Provide services with compassion, professionalism and respect for patient dignity, privacy and individual wishes.

Skills

Compassionate approach to care

Strong communication

Organization

Relationship-building

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Massage therapy education and credentials

Job description

Grace Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Massage Therapist to join our interdisciplinary care team in Minneapolis, MN. You will provide therapeutic massage to hospice patients to promote comfort, relaxation and well-being, coordinating visits with nursing, social work, chaplaincy and other professionals.

The role emphasizes an evidence-based, person-centered approach, with a flexible schedule and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team.