A Volunteer Massage Therapist provides support to hospice patients and their families by providing gentle massage and helps in enhancing hospice services provided. A sample Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume mentions the following duties – providing gentle massage, comfort touch, Reiki, or other gentle forms of bodywork; assisting the patient and family by providing respite, friendly visits, offering emotional support, and supportive listening, serving as an integral member of the hospice interdisciplinary team, assisting team and providing input to the plan of care, participating in bereavement follow-up with families; and assisting in the training of new volunteers as appropriate.
Skills often listed on resumes include – excellent communication skills, understanding of terminal illnesses such as various cancers, COPD, CHF, Dementia, and supportive of hospice concepts, and willingness to serve others in a volunteer capacity; and excellent communication skills. Successful resumes denote graduation from an accredited school of massage therapy, and current licensure to work.
Summary : Volunteer Massage Therapist is Functioning as a health promotion team member in the client evaluation and treatment process, when appropriate or requested. Demonstrating a willingness to actively participate in answering questions or offering ideas/alternatives for care when approached by other staff members. Councilng clients to seek proper medical attention when appropriate.
Skills : Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, Myofascial Release, Hot Stone Massage Prenatal.
Description :
Provided safe, appropriate and effective comfort therapy for hospice patients.
Maintained strict confidentiality of each patient's situation.
Demonstrated the ability to adapt to new situations.
Created and maintained rapport with patients and their families.
Maintained hospice health and safety standards.
Continues to market self for future business
Provided clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement, and stretching, strengthening, relaxation and rehabilitative exercises.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Summary : Volunteer Massage Therapist is Demonstrating willingness to present educational offering materials to others as requested. Facilitating the healing process of the client through various forms of massage therapy. Taking subjective history and interpret medical history for appropriate massage. Displaying competency in a variety of massage techniques appropriate for the client.
Skills : Planning, Client Assistant.
Description :
Used tools and accessories associated with the massage (for example: warm towels, hot stones, etc).
Changed linen between patients, refilling oils, cleaning massage table/chair/arm rest/equipment, and providing a clean, calm environment.
Demonstrated tact, courtesy and a positive approach to communication and interaction with other employees, visitors, providers, and the public.
Provided massage therapy instruction, education and mentoring staff regarding best massage therapy practices.
Provided instruction for self-care to patient and family/caregivers as determined appropriate. Educates patients on a healthy lifestyle, including hydration, basic nutrition, stretching, exercise, mind-body techniques, sleep habits, stress management and other matters related to massage therapy care.
Communicated techniques, including, but not limited to MyHealtheVet, handouts and oral instruction.
Know ledged of complementary/integrative health and holistic health principles.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Summary : Volunteer Massage Therapist with 8 years of experience in Displaying a willingness to learn new treatment techniques and methods. Demonstrating critical thinking skills in problem analysis and choosing alternative solutions to customer care problems. Identifying precautions and contraindications to treatment.
Skills : Massage Therapist, Planning.
Description :
Kept accurate clinical records within the VA's electronic health records system.
Documented and coded information related to patient care.
Maintained comprehensive records of innovative treatment procedures for future application and/or analysis.
Consent shall be completed prior to treatment in accordance with VA and local requirements.
Membered of the health care team and communicates with other health care providers as appropriate.
Maintained up to date training within the VHA and professional trainings, including but not limited to twenty-four hours of continuing education every two years and remain current on BLS.
Failured to maintain required licensure may result in termination of employment.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Summary : Volunteer Massage Therapist with 7 years of experience in Actively participating in department educational opportunities including community service and education projects. Maintaining own education record as instructed. Securing appropriate approval for education days and dollars. Maintaining all patient related documents in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Skills : Massage Therapist, Policy Assistant.
Description :
Researched and qualitied improvement activities related to massage therapy as requested by the Section/Service Line.
Identified, collected, analyzed and reported patient care information to ensure safety, quality of care, and improved outcomes.
Collected data and participated in Quality Improvement.
Adhered to service line and facility policies.
Reported all safety hazards and faulty equipment to their Program Manager/Service Line and assist with determining and scheduling routine maintenance and ordering of massage therapy equipment.
Ensured patient privacy and confidentiality.
Contributed to the promotion of Complementary Integrative Health services to further the VA Whole Health agenda.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Headline : Volunteer Massage Therapist is willingness to actively participating in providing consultation in areas of strength. Willingness to actively participating in assisting with education of students, volunteers, and shadowing. Willingness to actively participating in allowing others to observe care/interaction (as appropriate). Willingness to actively participating in the provision of in-services.
Skills : Massage Therapist, Volunteer Assistant.
Description :
Managed their own time and adhering to their tour of duty by completing evaluations, treatments and documentation as scheduled and establishing coverage when required.
Reviewed/monitored their own documentation to ensure all records and reports are complete and accurate.
Oriented and provided on-the-job training for new and current massage therapists and staff.
Helped to expand the Pain Clinic's services and serve as a liaison between Pain Clinic, Whole Health and other department/Service Line.
Skilled in providing advanced massage techniques using the appropriate tools, supplies, and equipment based on the needs of the patient;
Know ledged of anatomy, physiology, and pathology relevant to massage therapy within specialty population(s);
Modified massage therapy techniques based on an understanding of specialty populations, and various clinical/environmental settings;
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Objective : Volunteer Massage Therapist with 5 years of experience in Keeping informed of local, state, and federal regulations affecting respective practice. Communicating changes with the supervisor serving Health Promotion. Providing consistent professional massage and body treatments in accordance with protocols and accepted certification practices. Assessing clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion. Effectively informing and educating our guests about specific wellness concerns.
Skills : Client Planning, Massage Assistant.
Description :
Knowledged of teaching methods and learning principles.
Conducted research and quality improvement activities, related to massage therapy.
Knowledged of complementary integrative health, and holistic health principles.
Performed all services, including body treatments and massages, according to policies and procedures.
Provided quick and efficient service to clients, patients, members, and fellow employees according to policies and procedures.
Provided feedback to clients and make recommendations for continued treatments. Document treatment and plans of care and file appropriate records.
Assisted clients with questions and concerns regarding all aspects of treatments.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Objective : Volunteer Massage Therapist is Properly caring for equipment and use proper amounts of product to assist with cost controls. Completing knowledge and understanding of all services and products offered. Upholding the standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law and the dept policies and procedures.
Skills : Massage Therapist, Therapy Assistant.
Description :
Operated standard spa equipment in a safe manner, adhering to established policies, procedures and safety regulations.
Adhered to established policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
Set-up and prepared rooms for face and body treatments.
Cleaned rooms and equipment at the conclusion of each session.
Performed inventory responsibilities as requested.
Maintained a neat and orderly work area at all times.
Performed massage therapy to assigned patients and staff throughout HHS.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Objective : Volunteer Massage Therapist is Performing prep work, properly clean and restock room as required. Communicating to management any and all occurrences involving staff or guests in the dept that require attention. Actively promoting the dept, treatments, services and retail, as well as programs, promotions and/or discounts available.
Monitored client’s pain level before and during massage and takes a relevant medical history when applicable.
Utilized Trauma-Informed Care principles such as asking for consent, understanding scope of practice, mindful presence, etc.
Adjusted self and environment for optimal experience for patient/staff member and safe conditions/body mechanics for self.
Accounted for and adjusted massage to work around medical devices such as ports or pace makers when they are present.
Communicated respectfully with facility staff members and enlists assistance as needed.
Appropriated educates family members in simple massage techniques to use with the patient.
Utilized specific massage techniques for specific populations (i.e. geriatrics, pediatrics, people with cancer, brain injuries, musculoskeletal injuries, etc.).
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Objective : Volunteer Massage Therapist is Handling guests questions and concerns professionally and courteously. Providing accurate, appropriate and immediate responses to all requests by guests. Possessing the ability to work without direct supervision. Maintaining a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality work environment. Regularly attending, participating in and support training and staff meetings for the dept.
Skills : Massage Experience in Craniosacral therapy Experience in Reflexology Customer Service.
Description :
Served as liaison to other agencies, particularly massage organizations and schools.
Maintained agency standards of customer services for both internal & external customers.
Established, annually reviewed, recorded, and monitored massage licensure regulations.
Evaluated effectiveness of massage program and make adjustments as needed.
Experienced and training with massage to medically complex people (cancer, musculoskeletal injuries, history of trauma, etc.).
Experienced and trained with working with all ages (infants to elderly).
Understood of Trauma-Informed Care principles and how they relate to massage therapy services.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Volunteer Massage Therapist Resume
Objective : Volunteer Massage Therapist is Assisting in all areas of dept operation as requested by management. Refering clients to other types of services as needed. Maintaining treatment records and maintains client confidentiality. Responsible for adhering to the standards and ethics of the Exhale Spa and the State Medical Board of Ohio.
Skills : Volunteer Massage, Supervising Skills.
Description :
Adjusted massage techniques to suit the needs of the individual (i.e. degree of pressure, working around medical equipment, direct vs indirect myofascial work, etc.).
Greeted and welcomed guests in the warmest manner.
Superior communication skills and professionalism.
Performed all treatments and services as trained and required by the standards of the Spa/hotel.
Explained massage and body treatments, including techniques, benefits, and product used.
Handled opening and closing procedures.
Daily set up, stocked, and cleaned of treatment rooms and dispensary.
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