Medical Massage Therapist

Medical Massage TherapistA Medical Massage Therapist works closely with doctors to treat patients who are affected by pain, illness, or injury. Their work has the specific goal to alleviate pain and treat health conditions such as neuropathy, cancer, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, or even high blood pressure.The work of a Medical Massage Therapist differs from that of a general massage therapist. Medical massage therapists have advanced training and experience that allows them to provide care focused on healing injuries, improving function, or increasing circulation. They may receive orders from a physician as to the type of massage treatment they should give their patients.Essential FunctionsProviding high level, clinical massages to patients.Take a detailed client history and note any health conditions.Evaluate clients to determine painful or stressed areas of the body.Guide clients through service offerings and determine which type of massage would benefit them most.Using various massage techniques to manipulate muscles and soft tissue to treat chronic pain and injuries.Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints.Listening and explaining various aspects of medical massage to patients, adjusting technique as they desire.May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength or propose client therapy plans.Advise clients on stretching, strengthening or relaxation methods,Leads and ensures a consistent high-quality effective clinical care is being consistently delivered.Suggest future massage appointments and regime to clients.Utilize other modalities to further patient health.Additional Duties and ResponsibilitiesExcellent written and oral communication skills with a high degree of diplomacy and team involvement.Must be a confident communicator and presenter. Tact, empathy, and self-discipline are traits required.Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills. Needs to excel in problem solving and be analytical and detail orientated.Ability to work independently and exercise judgement to resolve personnel and production issues that arise during daily operations.Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, team members, members, and the public.Must be able to understand medical, and wellness related terminology including the various treatment modalities, equipment, and products.Must effectively manage HIPAA and related compliance regulations.Must be able to think critically and creatively, have knowledge of proper body mechanics to prevent injury.Position RequirementsLicensed Massage Therapist (LMT) certification required.Board certification through additional training and passing the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTB) Exam, preferred, but not required.A minimum of three (3) years professional experience as a Medical Massage Therapist (preferred).Experience working in therapy center environment preferred.Proficient knowledge of reflexology, Swedish, prenatal, hot stone, trigger point, sports, and deep tissue massageExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and writtenDexterous and able to stand for extended periods.Ability to keep a well-groomed, professional appearance.Ability to perform massages on diverse patients.Familiar with accurately entering patient data in an EMR system in a timely manner.Understands health and wellness trends.Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, patients, members, and guests.Additional Licenses and/or Certifications RequiredYES - NOValid Driver's License - XCPR Certification - XPosition Analysis/Specifications N/A(Not Applicable) - OCCASIONAL - FREQUENTLYSitting - XStanding - XWalking - XBending Over - XCrawling - XReaching - XCrouching - XKneeling - XBalancing - XPushing / Pulling - XLifting / Carrying:10 lbs. or less - X11 to 25 lbs. - X26 to 50 lbs. - X51 to 70 lbs. - XManual Dexterity - XFine Motor Skills - XGross Motor Skills - XEye / Hand Coordination - XNear Vision - XFar Vision - XColor Recognition - XHearing - XENVIRONMENTAL FACTORSEnvironmental factors may include indoor setting with overhead lighting and comfortable ventilation. May occasionally be called upon to work in all areas of the property, both inside and outside, possibly in inclement weather.YES - NOWorking Outside - XWorking Inside - XWorking Alone - XWorking Closely with Others - XExcessive Cold / Heat - XExcessive Humidity / Dampness - XNoise / Vibrations - XWorking Above Ground - XWorking Below Ground - XWorking with Chemicals / Detergents / Cleaners - XWorking Around Fumes / Smoke / Gas - XWalking on Uneven Surfaces - XOperating Motorized Equipment or Vehicles - XWorking Around/Near Machinery/Motorized Equipment - XClimbing on Scaffolds or Ladders - XContinuous use with a Computer and Keyboard - XPOSITION GOALS90% patient satisfaction15% referral integration100% encounter entry/completion80% fill rate80% visit goals45% patient retentionAverage patient wait time less than 5 minutes90% next appointment scheduling