Hospice Massage Therapist - Serenity Hospice Care

SERENITY HOSPICE CARE is currently hiring PER DIEM MASSAGE THERAPISTS for the Middlesex & Somerset, NJ areas.

SUMMARY
Under the direction of the RN Case Manager, provide therapy for medicinal benefits through the manipulation of the soft-tissue and muscles of the body, to relax overworked and tired muscles, and to treat pain that results from any number of ailments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Be on time for appointments and perform services within the appropriate time allotted for the service
Provide consistent professional massage and body treatments in accordance with Hospice protocols and accepted certification practices
Effectively inform and educate our patients about specific wellness concerns
Be flexible with your schedule, supporting the needs of the patient
Uphold the standards of sanitation and sterilization as required
Communicate to RN Case Manager or Nurse Supervisor any and all occurrences involving patient issues that require attention
Handle patient questions and concerns professionally and courteously
Maintain a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality work environment
Regularly attend and participate in staff meetings
Submit timely and complete documentation as required by Hospice
Comply with Company's Core Values and Core Competencies

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college coursework preferred
A minimum of two years of therapeutic massage
Experience with geriatric population
Ability to work independently as well as with an interdisciplinary group/team
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values
Proficiency with computers
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must have and maintain in good standing professional license, certificate, or registration, as applicable.

Serenity Hospice Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

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