Massage Therapist

Hospice Services of Massachusetts; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) with Employer Match

Career advancement opportunities

Health, dental & vision insurance

Vacation and personal time

Job summary

Hospice Services of Massachusetts in Lowell is hiring per diem massage therapists to support patients in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, and hospitals. Compensation includes mileage reimbursement and weekly pay at $36 per hour.

The role focuses on compassionate, gentle touch to relieve pain and anxiety, with an emphasis on end-of-life comfort, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to HIPAA and CMS hospice guidelines.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe, compassionate massage therapy tailored to hospice patients.
• Apply techniques appropriate for end-of-life care, including gentle massage and comfort touch.
• 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 and response to massage therapy with staff.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on benefits of massage in palliative care.
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and CMS hospice regulations.
• Participate in team meetings and staff education as needed.

Skills

Massage therapy

Patient-focused care

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Infection control

Education

Massachusetts Massage Therapy license

Accredited massage therapy program

1–2 years massage therapy experience

Knowledge of comfort touch/oncology/end-of-life massage

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Hospice Services of Massachusetts -

Hospice Services of Massachusetts is hiring per diem massage therapists in the Lowell area!

Mileage reimbursement and weekly pay at $36 an hour.

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).