Massage Therapist

Weekend Requirements: As Needed | Work Hours: Variable hours | Status: Per Diem/PRN - 0.0 FTE (less than 40 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Medical Group | Department: Fitness Healthpark

Job Summary

Performs all functions related to providing professional massage services to clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares the massage room for professional atmosphere i.e. lighting, temperatures, aromas, and water elements.
• Ensures proper sanitation of the massage room and equipment.
• Performs the massage service according to clients' desired level of pressure.
• Understands special needs for different populations and modifies massage techniques appropriately.
• Ability to work with all ages and special populations both on site and for off site events/healthfairs.
• Upholds all policies and procedures of Owensboro Health while being responsive and sensitive to individual client needs.
• Ensures professionalism in demeanor and appearance including neatly trimmed fingernails to prevent scratching.
• Wears Healthpark uniform while performing massage duties.
• Ensures that all clients are comfortable and covered to respect personal modesty.
• Communicates to client to ensure that the technique is appropriate for client and that the client is comfortable.
• Develops and implements effective administrative client tracking systems and maintains client records.
• Responds to comments and suggestions on the client evaluation survey and takes appropriate actions to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Communicates with front desk and clients regarding appointment scheduling and therapist availability.
• Works closely with the Healthpark Director, Manager of Business Operations, and Marketing to develop and implement effective marketing plans and promotions.

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under general supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Position Requirements

Work Experience

• No experience required

Education

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire

Additional Education Information

• None

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• MASSAGE - Licensed as a Massage Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND
• FA - First Aid certification required within 90 days of employment in this position AND
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position OR
• Heartsaver CPR AED required within 90 days of employment in this position

Organizational Responsibilities

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
• The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: (Clinical - Office/Clinic)

Standing: 75%

Walking: 75%

Sitting: 50%

Lifting 0-25 lbs: 25%

Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%

Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%

Carrying 0-25 lbs: 25%

Carrying 25-75 lbs: 25%

Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: 75%

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 50%

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 50%

Climbing: 50%

Bending/Stooping: 75%

Kneeling: 50%

Crouching/Crawling: 50%

Reaching: 75%

Talking: 75%

Hearing: 75%

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%

Keyboard Data Entry: 75%

Running: 25%

Vision: Depth Perception: 75%

Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%

Vision: Seeing Far: 75%

Vision: Seeing Near: 75%

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: No risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.