Massage Therapist

Role & responsibilities

• Consults with clients before massage to identify and evaluate areas requiring therapeutic treatment.
• Consults with clients to assess their expectations, and asks questions related to pain or discomfort and to learn and/or update their medical histories as necessary and appropriate to the scope of treatment.
• Performs requested or suggested massage techniques, that may include deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, Shiatsu, hot stone therapy, Thai massage, and/or sports massage.
• Occasionally communicates with the patient throughout the massage to ensure comfort with pressure levels and techniques being applied.
• Provides a relaxing environment for clients.
• Demonstrates and educates clients on methods to soothe and strengthen targeted muscles and tissues at home; may provide reference materials such as printed diagrams and materials or links to websites and videos for further guidance and instruction.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Preferred candidate profile

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to correctly perform a variety of massage techniques including deep tissue massage, Swedish massage, Shiatsu, hot stone therapy, Thai massage, or sports massage
• Friendly and courteous demeanor, with ability to help patrons feel welcomed and relaxed.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of massage therapy training program through an approved school or apprenticeship program required.
• Active licensure as a massage therapist required.