MT (massage therapist)

Active Healing Massage and Wellness; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A wellness center in Edmonton is seeking a qualified Massage Therapist to provide various massage techniques and consult with clients on treatment plans. The ideal candidate should hold a diploma in massage therapy and certification from a recognized association. This role involves maintaining treatment records and providing home care advice to clients. A focus on client satisfaction and effective communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists.
• Experience in providing massage therapies and client assessment.

Responsibilities

• Consult with health care professionals for treatment plans.
• Administer various massage techniques.
• Maintain records of treatments provided.

Skills

Massage techniques

Soft tissue manipulation

Client focus

Communication skills

Education

College diploma or equivalent experience

Certification by a provincial or territorial association

Job description

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Tasks

• Consult with other health care professionals when developing treatment plans for clients
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Values and ethics

Experience

• Experience an asset
• Durée de l\'emploi : Temporaire
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 15 to 40 hours per week