Job Summary:

The Massage Therapist will apply a range of massage techniques involving hands and fingers to relieve pain in muscles, soft tissues, and other parts of the body.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/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.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• 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.

Education and Experience:

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing and providing massages.
• Must have necessary arm, hand, and finger strength and dexterity to provide massages.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.