Address
Form of work
SalaryOverview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
- Massage therapy/therapeutic massage
Experience
Experience an asset
Work setting
- Remote location
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Administer massage techniques through soft tissue manipulation, relaxation techniques, hydrotherapy, trigger point therapy, joint pain and lower grade mobilizations
- Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body
- Assess clients by conducting range of motion and muscle tests and propose treatment plans
- Explain procedures, risks and benefits to clients
- Maintain records of treatments given
- Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body
- Suggest home care instructions and provide information about techniques
- Relaxation massage
- Foot massage
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Manual dexterity
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Interpersonal awareness
- Values and ethics
Benefits
Financial benefits
- Gratuities
Other benefits
- Free parking available
- On-site amenities
- On-site housing options
- On-site recreation and activities
- Other benefits
- Transportation provided by employer
- Parking available
- Variable or compressed work week
- Wellness program
