What are the responsibilities and job description for the Massage Therapist position at St. Croix Hospice?
At St. Croix Hospice, we believe in the power of compassionate care. Like the river that inspired our name and takes great skill to navigate, St. Croix Hospice guides patients and their families through the end-of-life journey. We are committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for our patients, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of our deeply compassionate family of caregivers guiding extraordinary life experiences, then we invite you to join our team, where your work truly matters.
Massage therapists at St. Croix Hospice work alongside clinical teams to provide therapeutic touch that complements medical care and brings additional relief and comfort to patients. Using specialized techniques and compassionate care, they help ease physical discomfort while creating a sense of calm and connection. This position offers the opportunity to combine clinical skills with genuine human connection, making a real impact through the healing power of touch as part of an integrated care approach.
If you're a compassionate Massage therapist who values meaningful patient connections and autonomy in your practice, we’d love to meet you.
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Qualifications:Massage Therapist Requirements & Core Responsibilities:
- Graduate of an accredited Massage Therapy program
- Valid State Driver’s License, automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record are required.
- Ability to pass background, consumer report, and drug test.
- Provides massage therapy per Clinical Supervisor/Manager direction following the plan of care; assesses patients for appropriate medical indication and treatment effectiveness.
- Administers therapeutic interventions (Swedish Massage, Comfort Touch, Energy work, compressions) to alleviate symptoms including anxiety, depression, pain, muscle tension, sleeplessness, limited mobility, and to improve circulation, relaxation, and comfort.
- Observes and reports patient responses and condition changes to Clinical Supervisor/Manager and relevant staff; educates clinical team on treatment appropriateness and contraindications.
- Maintains required documentation (clinical notes, charting, coordination notes) in patient records within 24-48 hours of sessions; participates in interdisciplinary education programs and quality improvement activities.
Benefits & Schedule:
- Schedule: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Full-time position
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Company-paid short/long-term disability and basic life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Paid time off and paid holidays