Massage Therapist
- Owensboro, KY
- Owensboro Health Medical Group
- Fitness Healthpark
- Part-time - As Needed
- Work Hours: Variable hours
- FTE: .5 (40 hrs/biweekly)
- Req #: 27419
Summary
Job Summary
Performs all functions related to providing professional massage services to clients.
Job Responsibilities
- Prepares the massage room for professional atmostphere 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.
Qualifications
- High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
- No experience required
- 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
Skills and Attributes
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Physical Demands
- Standing: Constantly
- Walking: Frequently
- Sitting: Occasionally
- Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
- Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
- Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
- Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally
- Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally
- Climbing: Rarely
- Bending/Stooping: Frequently
- Kneeling: Occasionally
- Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
- Reaching: Frequently
- Talking: Frequently
- Hearing: Frequently
- Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
- Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Constantly
- Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
- Running: Never
- Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
- Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
- Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
- Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
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.