Massage Therapist
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Massage Therapist
Overview
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
The Integrative Therapy Department has an opportunity for a patient-centered, customer service focused Licensed Massage Therapist. Our Integrative Therapy Department consists of skilled massage therapists and acupuncturists providing individually focused, compassionate and holistic approach to enhance patient care throughout the hospital, our Cancer Center and to the community in our outpatient locations. This is a 10 hour per week position and the hours vary.
Responsibilities- Collaborates with manager and co-workers to validate therapist's work schedule at least 3 months in advance
- Collaborates with other departments/staff (e.g., Central Scheduling, Birth Center, SDS) who are involved in scheduling clients/patients for massage and/or Reiki
- Keeps manager informed of problems or concerns regarding client/patient appointments as they occur
- Demonstrates understanding of web-based scheduling program and uses this program appropriately within designated role
- Demonstrates appropriate draping with attention to client privacy
- Demonstrates good use of body mechanics for self and for clients
- Asks clients about allergies to skin care products (oils, cremes, lotions) and/or scents prior to using same
- Demonstrates/describes Reiki hand positions appropriate for an inpatient Reiki treatment versus Reiki done within the context of a massage
- Demonstrates/describes how massage/bodywork should be modified for clients of various ages and medical conditions (cancer, pregnancy, etc.)
- Asks each client about their individual needs/preferences relative to touch and pressure of touch; adjusts strokes to meet these needs
- Utilizes all equipment and supplies safely, per protocol and with consideration for safety and infection control
- Demonstrates competency using modalities such as Reiki, clinical aromatherapy, deep breathing, music, imagery and stretching
- Creates a relaxing, healing environment during each patient/client encounter; consistently uses gentle touch, reassurance, humor, music, nature imagery, and/or aromatherapy to enhance perception of care
- Assures privacy and confidentiality for each patient/client
- Describes or demonstrates safety precautions for self should a client become threatening or abusive
- Describes or demonstrates actions to be taken for a client who falls, becomes unresponsive, has a seizure or other unexpected/emergency event
- Describes some major contra-indications for massage and discusses resulting potential adverse reactions
- Provides clients with education in self-care & general wellness techniques appropriate to LMT scope of practice
- Discusses the importance of honest and timely feedback with every client and at every appointment
- Before providing massage, discusses the client's needs and expectations, updates pertinent client information/history and obtains consent
- Written documentation is clear and concise and includes subjective & objective client information, what was done by the therapist, the client's responses to treatment, and the therapist's signature
- Before providing massage to a hospitalized patient, validates…
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