Hospice Massage Therapist - Part-Time Independent Contractor

Hospice-of-Northwest-Ohi; Wauseon (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Hospice of Northwest Ohio - Wauseon Branch is seeking a Licensed Massage Therapist working as an independent contractor. The role provides massage therapy to hospice patients in accordance with the patient care plan and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to support patient needs.

The therapist will consult with hospice professionals on massage plans, contribute to staff development in-service training, document care in patient charts, and participate in QA and ongoing training

Responsibilities

• a) Provide direct massage therapy services to patients in accordance with the Hospice Patient Plan of Care.
• b) Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings as requested to assist in assessment of individual needs.
• c) Provide consultation with Hospice professional staff regarding massage therapy plans and problems. Provide staff development in-service training regarding use of massage therapy as required by the agency.
• d) Observe and report to the Team Leader or Primary Nurse the patient's reaction to massage therapy and any related changes in the patient's condition.
• e) Document care and service provided on Hospice progress notes in the patient's chart and update plan of care in a timely manner per agency standards.
• f) Participate in agency's Quality Assurance and in-service training programs.

Job description

Hospice of Northwest Ohio - Wauseon Branch is seeking a Licensed Massage Therapist working as an independent contractor. The role provides massage therapy to hospice patients in accordance with the patient care plan and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to support patient needs.

The therapist will consult with hospice professionals on massage plans, contribute to staff development in-service training, document care in patient charts, and participate in QA and ongoing training