Massage Therapist

Driftwood Hospitality Management; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Driftwood Hospitality Management seeks a professional Massage Therapist to provide therapeutic massage sessions, tailor treatments to individual needs, and educate clients on post-session care. The role emphasizes maintaining a calm, clean environment and ensuring client comfort while promoting overall wellness.

Applicants should have strong knowledge of anatomy and multiple massage modalities, plus active state licensure and certification.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Massage modalities

Interpersonal skills

Assessment & planning

Wellness education

Education

Massage Therapy Certification

State Licensure

Job description

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

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.