Amie Lauer

Work alongside clinical teams to provide therapeutic touch that complements medical care and brings additional relief and comfort to patients. Provides companionship and support when patients need it. Provides massage therapy per Clinical Supervisor/Manager direction following the plan of care; assesses patients for appropriate medical indication and treatment effectiveness Administers therapeutic interventions (Swedish Massage, Comfort Touch, Energy work, compressions) to alleviate symptoms including anxiety, depression, pain, muscle tension, sleeplessness, limited mobility, and to improve circulation, relaxation, and comfort

Licensed Massage Therapist - St. Croix Hospice - Ankeny, IA

(2018-05)

• Work alongside clinical teams to provide therapeutic touch that complements medical care and brings additional relief and comfort to patients. Provides companionship and support when patients need it.
• Provides massage therapy per Clinical Supervisor/Manager direction following the plan of care; assesses patients for appropriate medical indication and treatment effectiveness
• Administers therapeutic interventions (Swedish Massage, Comfort Touch, Energy work, compressions) to alleviate symptoms including anxiety, depression, pain, muscle tension, sleeplessness, limited mobility, and to improve circulation, relaxation, and comfort
• Observes and reports patient responses and condition changes to Clinical Supervisor/Manager and relevant staff; educates clinical team on treatment appropriateness and contraindication
• Maintains required documentation (clinical notes, charting, coordination notes) in patient records within 24-48 hours of sessions; participates in interdisciplinary education programs and quality improvement activities
• Ensures HIPAA compliance, maintains patient confidentiality, uses protected health information appropriately, and performs other duties as assigned

Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy Program - PCI Academy-Ames (2015-05 - 2016-01)

Upper secondary education