Descripción del trabajoPosition Summary As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region’s adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas — including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care — from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker's Hospital Review “60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs” list. Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever poss. Position Summary Works with patients who have impairments, limitations, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease or other stress-related causes. The Massage Therapist role includes examination, evaluation, and interventions toward achieving the highest functional outcomes for each patient or client. **Oncology & Lymphatic Drainage experience preferred** Work Locations: Winnie Palmer and Health Central Work scheduel Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Responsibilities Essential Functions • Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, physician, interdisciplinary team meetings if available, family and significant other persons and data sources. • Assesses the clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion. • Confers with patients about their medical histories and any problems with stress and/or pain in order to determine whether massage would be helpful. • Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives that specify which types of massage are to be used; re-evaluates and modifies treatment plan and goals when appropriate. • Massage and knead the muscles and soft tissues in order to provide courses of treatment for medical conditions and injuries or wellness maintenance. • Applies finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body and prepares and blend oils, and apply the blends to clients' skin, when needed. • Demonstrates competency in the use, care and maintenance of profession specific equipment, observing safety precautions and providing verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose. • Adheres to State Practice Standards as outlined by the State Licensing Board and ensures complete documentation and accurate billing with the maintenance of treatment records. • Provides clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement, and stretching, strengthening, relaxation and rehabilitative exercises. • Adheres to the professional code of ethics of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • Participates in unit/department/hospital meetings, committees and/or task forces in collaboration with program manager. • Effectively and efficiently uses resources, time, equipment and supplies. • Participates in departmental process improvement. • May develop and utilize other treatment interventions that are related to complementary medicine health spa/salon services that they have current licensure and certifications. Qualifications Education/Training High School diploma or equivalent required. Licensure/Certification • Maintains current Florida State Licensed Massage Therapist. • Maintains current certification from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Certified Massage Therapist (NCBTMB), or equivalent. • Maintains current Florida State licensure or National Board certification for other related complementary medicine health spa/salon services (e.g., licensed facial specialist, or acupuncture/acupressure certification). Experience Five (5) years of experience in a general massage setting, or two (2) years in a medical setting. **Oncology experience preferred** Location: Health Central & Winnie Palmer Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pmEssential Functions • Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, physician, interdisciplinary team meetings if available, family and significant other persons and data sources. • Assesses the clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion. • Confers with patients about their medical histories and any problems with stress and/or pain in order to determine whether massage would be helpful. • Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives that specify which types of massage are to be used; re-evaluates and modifies treatment plan and goals when appropriate. • Massage and knead the muscles and soft tissues in order to provide courses of treatment for medical conditions and injuries or wellness maintenance. • Applies finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body and prepares and blend oils, and apply the blends to clients' skin, when needed. • Demonstrates competency in the use, care and maintenance of profession specific equipment, observing safety precautions and providing verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose. • Adheres to State Practice Standards as outlined by the State Licensing Board and ensures complete documentation and accurate billing with the maintenance of treatment records. • Provides clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement, and stretching, strengthening, relaxation and rehabilitative exercises. • Adheres to the professional code of ethics of the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB). • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions • Participates in unit/department/hospital meetings, committees and/or task forces in collaboration with program manager. • Effectively and efficiently uses resources, time, equipment and supplies. • Participates in departmental process improvement. • May develop and utilize other treatment interventions that are related to complementary medicine health spa/salon services that they have current licensure and certifications. Education/Training High School diploma or equivalent required. Licensure/Certification • Maintains current Florida State Licensed Massage Therapist. • Maintains current certification from the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Certified Massage Therapist (NCBTMB), or equivalent. • Maintains current Florida State licensure or National Board certification for other related complementary medicine health spa/salon services (e.g., licensed facial specialist, or acupuncture/acupressure certification). Experience Five (5) years of experience in a general massage setting, or two (2) years in a medical setting. **Oncology experience preferred** Location: Health Central & Winnie Palmer Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
