Massage Therapist 2 HX

Job Title	Massage Therapist 2 HX
Job Code	5169
Bargaining Unit	HX
FLSA	Non-Exempt
Generic Scope	Applies skills and job knowledge in area of specialization. May adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet needs of area of specialization. May work on non-routine tasks, resolve issues and make decisions within area of specialization with minimal supervision.
Custom Scope	Confers with patient/client to assess physical condition and applies appropriate massage techniques. This title is bargaining unit only. There should never be an uncovered position.
Key Responsibilities	Administers massage therapy to patients monitoring level of comfort and response. Provides techniques for postural improvement, stretching, strengthening and relaxation. Provides off-site and/or department specific massage sessions as scheduled by unit director or Recreational Sports department. Recognizes potential patient/client problems and reports observations to unit leader. May confer with other professionals to plan patient care. Maintains patient/client treatment records. Provides draping as established by the standards set forth by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). Abides by AMTA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. Adheres to all hospital policies and procedures and complies with applicable HIPPA regulations. Maintains professional relationship respecting patient/client privacy within the constraints of the law. Maintains clean, orderly and sanitary treatment area. Cleans and sanitizes all equipment used for therapy.   May monitor laundering of sheets and towels. Attends meetings and department in-service training.
Education	High school diploma and / or equivalent certification / experience / training
Certification	California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) certification required
Certification	National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork certification (NCETM / TMB) preferred
Certification	CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider or American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer
Special Condition	Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities	Advanced skill in administering manual massage therapy treatments to patients. Advanced knowledge of massage therapy standards, concepts, practices and procedures. Well-developed interpersonal skills to obtain information and work effectively with a diverse client group. Advanced ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality with sensitive matters involving injuries and treatments. Advanced ability to evaluate information and detect changes in conditions. Ability to interpret information and use it to effectively assess and treat patients/clients. Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships. Ability to plan, prioritize and organize workload.
Environment	Health care (hospital, clinical, classroom setting or similar environment as the role requires) or recreational and sports facility.