Gentiva
Overview
Enhancing Comfort. Supporting Families. Transforming Hospice Care with Therapeutic Massage.
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Hospice Massage Therapist to join our Hospice Interdisciplinary Team. In this role, you will provide therapeutic massage services that enhance patient comfort and quality of life, following the interdisciplinary plan of care. You will assess patients, develop and adjust treatment plans in coordination with the team, and educate staff on massage therapy benefits within hospice care.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct massage therapy assessments and develop treatment plans aligned with the hospice interdisciplinary group (IDG) care plan.
Provide massage therapy visits that create a caring, safe environment addressing patient comfort and health needs.
Educate hospice staff and volunteers on massage therapy protocols and encourage clinical referrals.
Participate actively in IDG meetings, contributing clinical insights from the massage therapy perspective.
Adhere to standards of practice set by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).
Follow infection control procedures and standard precautions consistently.
Contribute to quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
Attend staff meetings and complete required annual training.
Demonstrate sensitivity and tact in supporting terminally ill patients and their families.
About You
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited massage therapy school.
Minimum one year of massage therapy experience; healthcare setting preferred.
Current state license to practice massage therapy.
Certification with the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).
CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
Proficiency in using massage therapy tools and standard office equipment.
Skills and Knowledge:
Understanding of hospice care needs, including terminal illness, grief, and loss.
Excellent patient assessment and documentation skills.
Knowledge of regulatory guidelines including Medicare, Medicaid, and ACHC.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patients, families, and team members.
Flexibility, professionalism, and emotional resilience in a hospice care environment.
Work Environment:
Patient homes and institutional settings.
Requires travel using personal vehicle.
We Offer
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Apply now to join a dedicated hospice team where your therapeutic skills will help expand access, build meaningful partnerships, and transform care for patients at the end of life.
Legalese
This is a safety-sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
We are proud to be an EEO employer
We maintain a drug-free workplace
Keywords:hospice massage therapist job, therapeutic massage in hospice, NCBTMB certified massage therapist, massage therapist hospice care, end-of-life comfort care, holistic hospice jobs, interdisciplinary hospice team, per diem massage therapist, palliative massage therapy, hospice careers, home-based care massage therapistCompensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range - $23.75 to $29.50
ReqID: 2025-127964
Category: Therapists
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: Heartland Hospice
Enhancing Comfort. Supporting Families. Transforming Hospice Care with Therapeutic Massage.
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Hospice Massage Therapist to join our Hospice Interdisciplinary Team. In this role, you will provide therapeutic massage services that enhance patient comfort and quality of life, following the interdisciplinary plan of care. You will assess patients, develop and adjust treatment plans in coordination with the team, and educate staff on massage therapy benefits within hospice care.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct massage therapy assessments and develop treatment plans aligned with the hospice interdisciplinary group (IDG) care plan.
Provide massage therapy visits that create a caring, safe environment addressing patient comfort and health needs.
Educate hospice staff and volunteers on massage therapy protocols and encourage clinical referrals.
Participate actively in IDG meetings, contributing clinical insights from the massage therapy perspective.
Adhere to standards of practice set by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).
Follow infection control procedures and standard precautions consistently.
Contribute to quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
Attend staff meetings and complete required annual training.
Demonstrate sensitivity and tact in supporting terminally ill patients and their families.
About You
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited massage therapy school.
Minimum one year of massage therapy experience; healthcare setting preferred.
Current state license to practice massage therapy.
Certification with the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).
CPR certification.
Valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
Proficiency in using massage therapy tools and standard office equipment.
Skills and Knowledge:
Understanding of hospice care needs, including terminal illness, grief, and loss.
Excellent patient assessment and documentation skills.
Knowledge of regulatory guidelines including Medicare, Medicaid, and ACHC.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patients, families, and team members.
Flexibility, professionalism, and emotional resilience in a hospice care environment.
Work Environment:
Patient homes and institutional settings.
Requires travel using personal vehicle.
We Offer
Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career Advancement Opportunities
National & Local Recognition Programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Additional Full-Time Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
Apply now to join a dedicated hospice team where your therapeutic skills will help expand access, build meaningful partnerships, and transform care for patients at the end of life.
Legalese
This is a safety-sensitive position
Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
We are proud to be an EEO employer
We maintain a drug-free workplace
Keywords:hospice massage therapist job, therapeutic massage in hospice, NCBTMB certified massage therapist, massage therapist hospice care, end-of-life comfort care, holistic hospice jobs, interdisciplinary hospice team, per diem massage therapist, palliative massage therapy, hospice careers, home-based care massage therapistCompensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range - $23.75 to $29.50
ReqID: 2025-127964
Category: Therapists
Position Type: Flex/Per Diem
Company: Heartland Hospice