Hospice Massage Therapist: Therapeutic Touch & Comfort

St. Croix Hospice; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice in Lincoln, NE is seeking a compassionate Massage Therapist to join our clinical team. You will provide therapeutic touch that complements medical care, following the plan of care and documenting patient progress.

The role combines clinical skills with genuine human connection to ease discomfort and support dignity in end-of-life care. You will assess patients, coordinate with the clinical supervisor, and maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation while contributing to quality

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Massage Therapy program.
• Current Massage Therapist License or Bodywork Therapist License in practicing states.
• Valid State Driver’s License, automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record are required.
• Ability to pass background, consumer report, and drug test.
• Provides massage therapy per Clinical Supervisor/Manager direction following the plan of care; assesses patients for appropriate medical indication and treatment effectiveness.
• Administers therapeutic interventions (Swedish Massage, Comfort Touch, Energy work, compressions) to alleviate symptoms including anxiety, depression, pain, muscle tension, sleeplessness, limited mobility, and to improve circulation, relaxation, and comfort.
• Observes and reports patient responses and condition changes to Clinical Supervisor/Manager and relevant staff; educates clinical team on treatment appropriateness and contraindications.
• Maintains required documentation (clinical notes, charting, coordination notes) in patient records within 24‑48 hours of sessions; participates in interdisciplinary education programs and quality improvement activities.
• Ensures HIPAA compliance, maintains patient confidentiality, uses protected health information appropriately, and performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide massage therapy per plan of care under Clinical Supervisor/Manager direction.
• Assess patients for appropriate medical indication and treatment effectiveness.
• Educate clinical staff on treatment appropriateness and contraindications.
• Observe and report patient responses to supervisor and staff.
• Maintain documentation in patient records within 24–48 hours of sessions.

Skills

Licensed Massage Therapist

Valid State Driver's License

HIPAA Compliance

Background Check & Drug Test

Education

Accredited Massage Therapy program

Job description

St. Croix Hospice in Lincoln, NE is seeking a compassionate Massage Therapist to join our clinical team. You will provide therapeutic touch that complements medical care, following the plan of care and documenting patient progress.

The role combines clinical skills with genuine human connection to ease discomfort and support dignity in end-of-life care. You will assess patients, coordinate with the clinical supervisor, and maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation while contributing to quality