Part-Time Hospice Massage Therapist — Comfort for Seniors

Ecumen; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

6% 401(k) match

Paid time off

Life & disability insurance

Job summary

Ecumen Hospice is seeking a part-time Massage Therapist to serve the Twin Cities metro area. This role involves assessing patients, applying massage techniques to alleviate anxiety, pain, and discomfort, and coordinating with the clinical team.

Travel within the Twin Cities region is required, and a current massage license is needed. Benefits include dental/vision coverage, 6% 401(k) match, paid time off, and life & disability insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of clinical massage therapy experience.
• Successful completion of a massage therapy certification course.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients for appropriate medical indication for service and perform assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy.
• Direct and assist patients through massage therapy interventions to alleviate anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, muscle tension, circulation, stiffness, contractures, limited mobility, relaxation and comfort.
• Perform gentle techniques to promote relaxation with slow strokes, passive movements and comfort touch; address physical and emotional distress.
• Utilize interventions such as manual lymphatic drainage, aromatherapy, reflexology, and/or energy work; maintain schedules and clinical notes within 24 hours of sessions.
• Provide ongoing education to the clinical team on appropriateness and contraindications for treatment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Massage therapy

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Massage therapy certification

Job description

Ecumen Hospice is seeking a part-time Massage Therapist to serve the Twin Cities metro area. This role involves assessing patients, applying massage techniques to alleviate anxiety, pain, and discomfort, and coordinating with the clinical team.

Travel within the Twin Cities region is required, and a current massage license is needed. Benefits include dental/vision coverage, 6% 401(k) match, paid time off, and life & disability insurance.