Pediatric Home-Visit Massage Therapist - Palliative Care

St. Mary's Healthcare System for Children; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization specializing in children's care is seeking a qualified Massage Therapist in Uniondale, NY. The role involves providing evidence-based massage therapy for patients under the Home and Community Based Services Waiver, focusing on pediatric populations. Essential qualifications include a license from New York and extensive experience with medically fragile children. This full-time position is integral to the palliative care team, ensuring patient advocacy and individualized care plans.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Massage Therapist by the State of New York.
• Minimum 3 years working with the medically fragile population.
• At least 1 year clinical experience with pediatric population.

Responsibilities

• Provide Massage Therapy to improve muscle tone and circulation.
• Develop care plans with patients and families.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences.

Skills

Evidence-based treatments/modalities

Understanding of illness complications

Patient advocacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

A healthcare organization specializing in children's care is seeking a qualified Massage Therapist in Uniondale, NY. The role involves providing evidence-based massage therapy for patients under the Home and Community Based Services Waiver, focusing on pediatric populations. Essential qualifications include a license from New York and extensive experience with medically fragile children. This full-time position is integral to the palliative care team, ensuring patient advocacy and individualized care plans.