Massage Therapist

Hospice Services of Massachusetts; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 1,400 - 1,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Weekly pay

401(k) with Employer Match

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Hospice Services of Massachusetts is seeking per diem massage therapists to join our Essex County team. You will deliver massage therapy to hospice patients, focusing on comfort and symptom relief within an interdisciplinary care plan.

Must have MA massage license and graduation from an accredited program, with 1–2 years of experience preferred in hospice, palliative, oncology or geriatric settings. Willingness to work in skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, or assisted living facilities is

Qualifications

• Massachusetts license active and unencumbered.
• Graduation from an accredited massage therapy program.
• Minimum 1–2 years of massage therapy experience; hospice/palliative/oncology/geriatric preferred.
• Knowledge of gentle, adaptive techniques for medically fragile and terminally ill patients.
• Training in comfort touch, oncology massage, or end-of-life massage preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate massage therapy tailored to hospice patients.
• Use end-of-life care techniques including gentle massage and comfort touch.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate massage into the care plan.
• Document sessions per agency standards.
• Observe and report changes in patient status to nursing/clinical staff.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers about massage benefits in hospice care.
• Adhere to infection control, safety and HIPAA/CMS regulations.
• Participate in team meetings and staff education as needed.
• Support holistic, patient- and family-centered hospice care.

Skills

Massage therapy

Oncology massage

Comfort touch

Geriatric care

Education

Massachusetts massage therapy license

Graduation from accredited massage therapy program

Job description

Hospice Services of Massachusetts -

We are hiring per diem Massage Therapists to join our team with Hospice Services of Massachusetts in Essex County!

Mileage reimbursement and weekly pay at $36 an hour.

In this position, you provide therapeutic and touch interventions to patients while supporting physical comfort, reducing pain and anxiety, and enhancing their overall quality of life.

Must be willing to work in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and/or hospitals.

Education & Experience:

• Active and unencumbered massage therapist license in Massachusetts.


• Graduation from an accredited massage therapy program.


• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years experience as a massage therapist. Hospice, palliative, oncology, or geriatric experience preferred.


• Knowledge of gentle, adaptive techniques suitable for medically fragile and terminally ill patients.


• Training or certification in comfort touch, oncology massage, or end-of-life massage techniques preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides safe, compassionate massage therapy tailored to the needs, preferences, and conditions of hospice patients.


• Apply techniques appropriate for end-of-life care, including gentle massage, comfort touch, and relaxation-focused interventions.


• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to incorporate massage therapy into plan of care.


• Document sessions according to agency standards.


• Observe and communicate changes in patient status, comfort, or response to massage therapy with nursing and clinical staff.


• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on the benefits and role of massage therapy in palliative and hospice care.


• Adhere to infection control, safety, and compliance protocols including HIPAA and CMS hospice regulations.


• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and staff education as needed.


• Contribute to the hospice’s mission of providing holistic, compassionate, patient- and family-centered care.

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay


• Holiday and Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees


• 401(k) with Employer Match for All Team Members


• Career Advancement Opportunities


• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits Available for Eligible Team Members:

• 401(k) with Employer Match


• Vacation and Personal Time


• Employer Paid Life Insurance


• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our agency follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).