Posted: 04/07/2014 | Employer: Family Wellness
Massage TherapistProvides a therapeutic wellness service involving systemic manipulation of, or pressure on, soft tissue of the human body for therapeutic purposes to members and guests of the Family Wellness, LLC. Massage therapy includes such methods or techniques as effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, compression, vibration, friction, fascia manipulation, using the actions of the hands, and application of oils, lotions, or similar preparations.Education, Experience, & Skills (Minimum Requirement): High school diploma or the equivalent is required. Must have successfully completed a course of study consisting of 500 or more classroom hours of supervised instruction from a recognized school. Must be licensed in the state of North Dakota.Licensure/Certification RequirementMust meet state licensing requirement for massage therapist in North Dakota by completing a massage program that complies with the North Dakota Administrative Code - Title 49 - Board of Massage specifically Article 49-02 and pass the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCETMB).CORE COMPETENCIESCustomer Service•Interacts with customers in a warm and friendly way.•Takes immediate action to meet customer requests or needs.•Listens to understand what customers have to saySafety•Recognizes safety hazards and takes corrective action; seeking assistance when needed.•Demonstrates knowledge of operational policies and procedures.•Performs work safely, without causing harm or risk to self, others or property.System Behavior•Makes a decision considering the impact of the decision on other areas.•Initiates collaboration with others outside of service area.•Demonstrates personal commitment to the principles, values, and ethics of the organization.•Models accountability for learning by sharing knowledge and learning from othersInterpersonal/Communication/Relationships•Builds effective working relationships.•Expresses appreciation to others for their work.•Treats others with respect.LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES•Demonstrates both knowledge and application of Sanford policies, procedures, and guidelines.•Facilitates and supports change within the Sanford Health.•Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning for themselves and staff.INFORMATION MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES•Demonstrates skill in accessing, preparing and using information as relevant to position.•Verbalizes and demonstrates knowledge of procedures for maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family and other medical information.EQUIPMENT COMPETENCIES•Demonstrates skill in use of equipment relevant to position; verbalizes knowledge of appropriate safety procedures.•Diagnoses equipment problems; fixes or seeks out someone to fix.•Consistently informs appropriate person of problems encountered with repairs or calibration of equipment.JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES•Performs Massage Therapy according to established ethical standards by the NCB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork) and by State Standards.•Obtains pertinent medical history and condition of the person requesting the massage therapy. This includes looking for pre-existing medical conditions that might influence the massage therapy technique.•Assesses and applies appropriate massage techniques per standards of the profession.•Follows standards of hygiene to protect both the employee and the customer.•Is professional in the practice at all times.•Promotes the massage services at Family Wellness as well as other services of the companyAGE RELATED COMPETENCIES•Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and adapts care according to patient's age/developmental stage.BLOOD EXPOSURE•This position is classified as a Category II position under OSHA guidelines with low risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.Regular and predictable attendance is required.