Massage Therapist NEX

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in Pediatrics to join the Pain Center on a part-time basis. This role focuses on pediatric patients with complex medical needs, delivering safe, compassionate massage therapy.

You will collaborate with medical teams to tailor care plans, support comfort and recovery, and promote well-being for inpatient and outpatient children. Ohio license required; HS diploma; onsite facility in Akron.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma is required.
• Certification: Current State of Ohio Massage Therapy License is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Massage Therapy Services for Pediatric inpatient and outpatient populations (and occasionally adults).
• Collaborate with Physician teams to develop individualized care plans for pain, hematology and oncology, rehab, and post-surgical patients.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Pediatric pain care experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Healthcare experience

MS Office proficiency

EPIC software experience

Education

High School Diploma

Ohio Massage Therapy License

Tools

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

EPIC software

Job description

Part-Time: 20 - 24 Hours Per Week1st Shift: 8am - 4pmTuesday - Wednesday - ThursdayLocation: Akron - Onsite - Pain Center

Summary:

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Licensed Massage Therapist specializing in Pediatrics. This opportunity requires a skilled, compassionate professional who enjoys working with children with various medical complexities to provide Massage Therapy Services.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide Massage Therapy Services for Pediatric inpatient and outpatient populations (and occasionally adults)
2. Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in therapeutic treatment for individuals with terminal or chronic illnesses and/or developmental disabilities with the added benefit of reduced opioid use
3. Collaborate with Physician teams to develop individualized care plans for pain, hematology and oncology, rehab, and post-surgical patients, etc.
4. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.
5. Other duties as required.

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Previous experience working with chronic pediatric pain patients is preferred.
2. Experience working with multi-disciplinary care teams is preferred
3. Experience in healthcare is preferred.
4. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Experience utilizing EPIC software is preferred.

Education and Experience

1. Education: High School Diploma is required
2. Certification: Current State of Ohio Massage Therapy License is required

Part Time

FTE: 0.500000

Status: Onsite