Massage Therapist

The Madison Club; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

The Madison Club in La Quinta, CA, seeks an experienced Massage Therapist to deliver luxury, customized massage experiences to Members and Guests. You will conduct consultations, tailor therapies, and uphold five-star service in a serene spa environment.

Seasonal, part-time position with a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings. Maintain strict cleanliness, confidentiality, and professional presentation while collaborating with the Spa team.

Qualifications

• Current California CAMTC certification required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional massage therapy experience in luxury settings.
• Proficient in multiple massage modalities and able to tailor sessions to Members.
• Strong client consultation and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver customized massage experiences tailored to each Member.
• Maintain confidentiality and high standards of cleanliness and service.
• Prepare and sanitize treatment rooms; ensure luxury spa presentation.
• Collaborate with Spa team to ensure seamless Member experiences.
• Educate Members on wellness and treatment recommendations.
• Maintain detailed treatment notes and Member preferences.

Skills

CAMTC certification

Professional massage experience

Massage modalities

Client consultation

Customer service

Spa software familiarity

Tools

Spa scheduling software

Job description

• Ashiatsu (if certified)

Massage Therapist

Reports To: Spa Manager

The Madison Club is seeking a highly skilled, professional, and service-oriented Massage Therapist to provide exceptional therapeutic and wellness experiences for our Members and Guests. This role is responsible for delivering customized massage treatments while creating a relaxing, luxurious environment that reflects the Club's commitment to personalized hospitality and five-star service.

The ideal candidate is passionate about wellness, committed to clinical excellence, and enjoys building meaningful relationships with Members through exceptional care, professionalism, and attention to detail. This position requires excellent communication skills, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with the Spa team while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, confidentiality, and guest satisfaction.

Massage Therapists are expected to provide personalized treatment recommendations, educate Members on wellness and recovery, and contribute to an exceptional overall Spa experience that encourages long-term Member relationships and retention.

Seasonal Employment Information

The Madison Club operates during the winter and spring season. This is a part-time seasonal position from October through June.

Candidates must have a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Due to the Club's busiest tournament and festival season, PTO requests during March and April are generally not approved.

Key Responsibilities

Member Experience

• Deliver exceptional massage experiences tailored to each Member's individual needs and wellness goals.
• Build meaningful relationships with Members by providing personalized care and maintaining detailed knowledge of their treatment preferences.
• Welcome Members warmly and create a calm, relaxing environment from consultation through completion of each service.
• Conduct thorough consultations to assess health history, contraindications, treatment goals, and service recommendations.
• Educate Members on treatment benefits, wellness practices, self-care recommendations, and appropriate service frequency.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all Member health information and personal conversations.
• Promote a positive, professional, and welcoming atmosphere that reflects the luxury standards of The Madison Club.

Therapeutic Services

• Perform a variety of massage therapies according to Club protocols and professional licensing standards.
• Customize each treatment to address the individual needs of Members while maintaining safety and comfort.
• Perform services including, but not limited to:
• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Sports Massage
• Prenatal Massage
• Hot Stone Massage
• Reflexology
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Ashiatsu (if certified)
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
• Myofascial Release
• Assisted Stretch Therapy
• Cupping Therapy
• Thai Massage
• Recommend enhancements and treatment upgrades that complement Member wellness goals.
• Maintain proper body mechanics and ergonomic techniques to ensure personal longevity and injury prevention.
• Monitor Member comfort throughout each treatment and adjust techniques as appropriate.

Spa Operations

• Prepare treatment rooms before each appointment, ensuring cleanliness, organization, and proper setup.
• Break down and sanitize treatment rooms following each service.
• Maintain clean linens, treatment supplies, oils, lotions, hot towels, and equipment.
• Follow all sanitation, infection control, and safety standards.
• Accurately document client intake, treatment notes, and service records.
• Maintain treatment room inventory and notify management when supplies require replenishment.
• Ensure treatment rooms consistently reflect luxury presentation standards.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Spa Coordinator, Spa & Locker Room Attendants, and fellow Spa Providers to ensure seamless Member experiences.
• Communicate schedule changes, treatment recommendations, and Member preferences professionally.
• Participate in staff meetings, ongoing education, product knowledge sessions, and Club training.
• Support fellow therapists during busy periods and assist with operational needs whenever possible.
• Foster a respectful, collaborative, and positive team environment.

Operational Excellence

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all Member interactions.
• Arrive prepared and on time for scheduled appointments.
• Maintain all state licensing requirements and continuing education.
• Follow all Spa policies, treatment protocols, sanitation standards, and safety procedures.
• Demonstrate initiative by assisting with Spa operations between appointments.
• Maintain treatment rooms and common areas in accordance with luxury hospitality standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Current California Massage Therapy Certification (CAMTC) required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of professional massage therapy experience preferred in a luxury Spa, private club, resort, or wellness facility.
• Experience providing customized therapeutic massage treatments.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, contraindications, and massage techniques.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following modalities:
• Swedish Massage
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Sports Massage
• Prenatal Massage
• Hot Stone Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Reflexology
• Exceptional customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal communication and consultation abilities.
• Ability to educate Members on wellness and treatment recommendations.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative Spa team.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn Spa scheduling software.
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Core Competencies

• Luxury Member Service
• Therapeutic Expertise
• Relationship Building
• Wellness Education
• Hospitality & Communication
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Initiative & Accountability
• Professional Ethics & Confidentiality
• Adaptability
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Professionalism Under Pressure

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Perform repetitive massage techniques requiring strength, stamina, and proper body mechanics.
• Lift, carry, and move Spa equipment, treatment supplies, and linens up to 40 pounds.
• Bend, reach, kneel, stretch, and perform repetitive upper body movements.
• Maintain physical endurance to perform multiple massage treatments per shift while upholding service quality.

“The Company’s good faith estimate of the hourly rate it expects to pay for this role is $17 + commission and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.”

About Discovery Land Company

Founded in 1994 by Michael S. Meldman, Discovery Land Company specializes in building luxury residential private club communities and resorts throughout North America. We have grown to be the premier player in the high-end resort residential niche with 20 world-class projects in our portfolio. Our communities are distinct with their own architectural styles, world-class amenities, and high levels of service.

We don’t build buildings, but rather we build settings where families can create intergenerational memories and enrich their lives in exquisite and untouched sanctuaries. These settings offer a casual and comfortable sense of community through outstanding clubhouses, premier golf courses, welcoming staff, world-class culinary offerings, and outdoor pursuits. To ease and enrich your experiences, Discovery holds itself to the highest of service standards. Every decision we make is driven by one fundamental objective: to make the time you spend with the people you care about most not merely enjoyable, but memorable.

We are extremely grateful to be recognized as one of the world’s top mid-sized employers for 2018 by Forbes magazine. For more information about our company - https://discoverylandco.com

About The Project - The Madison Club

The Madison Club is the most exclusive private residential community in La Quinta, California offering the finest golf and club facilities in an intimate and sophisticated setting. In this tradition, it is a place of effortless grace and charm. The ambiance is one of quiet sophistication, intimacy and understated luxury. Offering a limited number of homes and memberships, The Madison Club is the modern interpretation of California’s classic old-line country clubs - https://madisonclubca.com/