Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College/CEGEP
- or equivalent experience
Experience
Experience an asset
Work setting
- Private practice
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Administer massage techniques through soft tissue manipulation, relaxation techniques, hydrotherapy, trigger point therapy, joint pain and lower grade mobilizations
- 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
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
Personal suitability
- Client focus
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
Benefits
Other benefits
- Free parking available