Massage Therapist in Aurora, Illinois at Rush Copley Medical Center

Massage Therapist

Job #: TBD (Revised for Waterford Place)

Description: Massage Therapist

Clinical Job?: No Merit Eligible?: No (1099 Contractor Role) Patient Facing Job?: Yes

Summary

Reporting to the Program Manager of Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center, the Massage Therapist provides trauma-informed, evidence-informed massage therapy services to individuals impacted by cancer, including patients, survivors, and caregivers.

This role focuses on direct service delivery within a non-clinical, community-based setting that promotes emotional, physical, and overall well-being. The Massage Therapist ensures services are safe, accessible, and responsive to participant needs.

The Massage Therapist demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment. This role supports the mission, vision, and values of Waterford Place and Rush by delivering high-quality, participant-centered care.

Responsibilities

· Provides safe, effective, and individualized massage therapy services tailored to participant needs, preferences, and health considerations

· Adapts techniques based on participant feedback, contraindications, and evolving needs

· Creates and maintains a clean, safe, and calming therapeutic environment

· Reviews participant health history and self-reported information to guide service delivery within scope of practice

· Maintains appropriate service documentation in accordance with program standards (non-EMR)

· Follows established safety, sanitation, and program protocols

· Communicates professionally and respectfully with participants, staff, and volunteers

· Supports a positive, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment for all participants

· Participates in team meetings, trainings, and program activities as requested

· Collaborates with program staff to support a coordinated participant experience

· Maintains confidentiality of all participant information in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies

· Demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Other Information

Required Job Qualifications:

· Current Illinois Massage Therapy license in good standing

· Minimum of 2–3 years of professional massage therapy experience

· Ability to adapt massage techniques for individuals with varying health conditions

· Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

· Knowledge of confidentiality standards and professional boundaries

Preferred Job Qualifications:

· Experience working with cancer patients, survivors, or medically complex populations

· Familiarity with trauma-informed care or integrative wellness approaches

· Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

$45-$80/hr