Massage Therapist

THE SCOTTSDALE RESORT & SPA; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Scottsdale Resort & Spa is seeking a professional massage therapist to join its spa team. This on-call role focuses on providing relaxation or therapeutic bodywork through skilled manual techniques, while creating a tranquil and welcoming environment for guests.

You will assess client needs, tailor sessions across Swedish, deep tissue, and additional modalities, and advise on post-treatment care to support ongoing wellness.

Qualifications

• Certification and state licensure as required by local regulations.
• Proficiency in multiple massage modalities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional massage sessions using hands, fingers, forearms, elbows, and other techniques.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and calming environment and sanitize equipment.
• Monitor clients’ responses during sessions and adjust techniques as needed.
• Educate clients on post-massage care, stretching and wellness practices.
• Promote health and wellness benefits of massage therapy and encourage repeat visits.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Modalities expertise

Interpersonal skills

Assess & adapt

Education

Massage therapy certification & license

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Scottsdale, AZ 85258On-Call

Responsible for providing relaxation or treating body pain and discomfort through physical touch and moving a client’s muscles. Their duties include meeting with clients to determine the type of massage they needs, creating a relaxing ambiance in the room and kneading or rubbing muscles to release tension.

Assess clients’ needs through consultation and observation to determine appropriate massage techniques and treatment plans (e.g., Swedish, deep tissue, sports massage, reflexology)

• Perform professional massage sessions using hands, fingers, forearms, elbows, and sometimes feet to knead muscles and soft tissues
• Maintain a clean, safe, and calming environment, including sanitizing equipment and treatment rooms
• Monitor clients’ physical responses during sessions and adjust techniques as needed to ensure comfort and effectiveness
• Educate clients on post-massage care, stretching and wellness practices
• Promote health and wellness benefits of massage therapy to clients and encourage repeat visits

Qualifications

A proficient massage therapist should have:

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Expertise in multiple massage modalities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to assess client conditions and adapt treatments accordingly.
• Certification and state licensure as required by local regulations

Massage therapists play a vital role in promoting physical and mental well-being, combining technical skill with client-centered care to improve overall health and relaxation.