Massage Therapist - Cancer Survivorship - Roger Maris Cancer Center

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



 Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

 Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

 Compensation:

Starting Rate: $20.50 - $33.00

** Experience credit added to wage **

 Union Position:

No

 Department Details

The Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center in Fargo, ND, is a premier, nationally recognized oncology center providing comprehensive cancer diagnosis, treatment, and research. Specialized programs, clinical trials, support services, keeping patients care closer to home.

This position is flexible with scheduling, and has a rewarding work environment.

Summary

Designs, organizes and delivers massage therapy to improve clients’ physical health by relieving stress, pain, muscle tension and other discomforts. Works towards increasing flexibility and mobility for clients.

Job Description

Collects clients' clinical information and contraindications. Designs appropriate massage programs considering health conditions. Assesses clients' tissue lesions and applies various massage methods to relieve discomfort and satisfy clients' specific needs and goals. Communicates with clients during massage therapy sessions about the pace, location and strength of exerted pressure on tissues. Answers client inquiries. Organizes and maintains a clean, safe and professional environment for massage therapy. Educates clients on accurate daily body movement and exercises.

Depending on location and client population, works as patient/resident access representative, checking clients in and out. Additionally, managing client payments, running payment processes.

Qualifications

Schooling through an accredited massage therapy program required. High school diploma or the equivalent required.

Dependent on patient/client population and location of therapist, a healthcare background is preferred.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of employment, recertification as required.

Depending on department and location, candidates may need to pass the MBLEx examination for national massage therapy board certification, preferably within 6 months of hire.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.