Massage Therapist

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The University of Miami UHealth Department of Physical Therapy has an exciting opportunity for a full time Massage Therapist to work in Miami, FL. The Massage Therapist performs massage therapy techniques to control pain, reduce stress, and promote relaxation for clients in assigned healthcare facility. Additionally, the incumbent obtains a client's basic medical history, assesses their problems and conditions, and suggests appropriate massage techniques based on their current health.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
1. Administers table and chair massages for patients, pre-treatment, and post-treatment.
2. Works in a variety of settings, such as outpatient, inpatient, and infusion areas.
3. Manages inventories and treatment areas.
4. Interviews patients to gather medical information, assessing clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
5. Administers therapy treatments to patients using hands or physical aids, massaging muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions or injuries.
6. Prepares and blends various oils and applies the blends to clients' skins.
7. Confers with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.
8. Provides clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement, stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitation.
9. Orients patients on proper use of medical equipment and explains medical procedures.
10. Documents treatment in patients’ medical records.
11. Consults with other health care professionals, such as physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians, and psychologists to develop a treatment plan.
12. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required
Current certification and license in the state of FL

• Collaborates with other health care professionals, such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, physicians, etc. to develop a treatment plan both within the departmental team and outside of it (for example, the Osher Center for Integrative Health).
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Insures cleanliness of treatment rooms.
• Able to teach students core concepts of massage therapy.
• Able to work collaboratively as a team member including understanding their contribution and limitations to patient care.
• Respects and has a willingness to learn from other providers.
• Willingness to think creatively about effective delivery of care with a goal of improving patient outcomes.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and sharing of information.
• Orientation toward continually refining practice via ongoing education.
• Ability and willingness to be self-reflective and receptive to feedback.
• Willingness to attend and participate in team meetings.
• Communicates with providers across the UM Medical campus as appropriate.

Graduation from an accredited massage school

Additional certification in the following is preferred (or willingness to do additional training): neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, lymphatic massage, medical massage

Current certifications and license in the state of Florida

Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in related area of practice, ideally in a physical therapy practice setting with direct patient interactions.

Experience with Epic patient electronic documentation is preferred.

New graduates are welcomed to apply.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.