At Mahaska Health, we are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Massage Therapist to join our dedicated team. As a Massage Therapist, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the well-being of our patients by providing therapeutic massage services that promote relaxation, pain relief, and overall recovery. Your expertise will be invaluable in creating personalized treatment plans that accommodate diverse patient needs and conditions. This position requires a strong commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. You are responsible for treating clients by using touch to manipulate the soft-tissue muscles of the body. With their touch, therapists relieve pain, help rehabilitate injuries, improve circulation, relieve stress, increase relaxation, and aid in the general wellness of clients.
Essential job duties include, but are not limited to;
- Provide therapeutic massage services to patients in accordance with their individualized care plans.
- Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations of patients' physical and emotional health to determine appropriate treatment methods.
- Develop and implement customized massage therapy plans that address the specific needs and conditions of patients.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient progress and treatment outcomes to ensure continuity of care. Documents and reports on any adverse effects of therapy.
- Educate patients on the benefits of massage therapy and complementary wellness practices to enhance their overall health.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team, including physicians and nurses, to coordinate patient care and address any contraindications or concerns.
- Ensure a clean and safe working environment by adhering to all health and sanitation guidelines, including the proper sterilization of equipment. Maintain supplies as needed.
- Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
- Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Attend meetings, as requested.
- All other duties as assigned or requested.
Job Requirement, not limited to but include,
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
- Valid and current massage therapy license or certification in accordance with state regulations.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a massage therapy setting, preferably in a health care or clinical environment.
- Possesses a deep understanding of anatomy, physiology, and the benefits of various massage techniques, including but not limited to Swedish, deep tissue, and trigger point therapy.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with patients and their families.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and a strong understanding of patient confidentiality and privacy principles.
- Must adhere to all training requirements as mandated by Federal, State, and Professional licensure and regulatory standards.