Massage Therapist

SAUNA HOUSE®; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Sauna House is seeking a Massage Therapist who blends technical mastery with the brand’s Enlightened Hospitality philosophy to guide guests through a holistic heat and cold recovery ritual. You are more than a bodyworker; you help guests come home to their bodies.

You will tailor sessions based on guest needs, coordinate smooth transitions from bathhouse to massage, and explain how your techniques support overall wellness alongside Sauna House standards and state regulations.

Qualifications

• 1 year of desired experience.
• Active State License in Massage Therapy.
• Proficiency in Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports, etc., with interest in thermal therapy interactions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to explain the Why behind techniques.
• Ability to work peak hours (evenings and weekends).

Responsibilities

• Active Listening & Customization: tailor sessions based on guest intake.
• The Warm Hand-off: coordinate with Guest Service Coordinators for seamless transitions.
• Knowledge Advocacy: explain how massage enhances vasodilation and lymph drainage with heat/cold therapy.
• Environment Stewardship: maintain cleanliness and sensory consistency in the massage room.
• Clinical Mastery: provide high-quality massage in line with state regulations and Sauna House standards.
• Post-Ritual Guidance: give Next Step advice for hydration and rest after sessions.
• The Virtuous Cycle: participate in team huddles and maintain brand vibe.
• Operational Integrity: manage schedule, SOAP notes, and room resets during busy periods.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Massage techniques

State license

Evening/weekend availability

Explain rationale

Job description

• Nights and Weekend availability preferred

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Schedule / Expected Work Hours

• Nights and Weekend availability preferred

Job Summary

At Sauna House, we believe massage is a vital pillar of the contrast therapy ritual. As a Massage Therapist, you are more than a bodyworker, you are a facilitator of deep nervous system regulation. You integrate your technical mastery of touch with Sauna House’s philosophy of Enlightened Hospitality to help guests integrate their heat and cold experience into a total state of recovery. You don't just "provide a service", you help our guests come home to their bodies.

Key Responsibilities & Expectations

Integrated Hospitality (The Connection)

• Active Listening & Customization: You don’t deliver a "scripted" massage. You collect dots during the intake, learning about the guest's sauna/plunge experience, their physical goals, and their "emotional weather" to tailor a session that meets them exactly where they are.
• The "Warm Handoff": You coordinate with the Guest Service Coordinators to ensure the guest’s transition from the bathhouse floor to the massage room is seamless and intentional.
• Knowledge Advocacy: Be an expert on how massage synergizes with hot and cold therapy. You should be able to explain how your work enhances the vasodilation and lymphatic drainage started in the saunas.

Technical Excellence & Experience Care (The Stage)

• Environment Stewardship: You are responsible for the "sanctuary" of your room. You maintain a "Day One" standard of cleanliness, sensory consistency (lighting, scent, sound), and organization.
• Clinical Mastery: Provide high-quality, professional massage therapy that adheres to state regulations and Sauna House standards.
• Post-Ritual Guidance: After the session, provide the guest with "Next Step" advice (hydration, rest, or further contrast rounds) to ensure the benefits of your work last long after they leave the table.

Adaptability & Team Alignment

• The "Virtuous Cycle": Participate in team huddles and feedback loops. You are a key part of the "staff engagement" metric, working collaboratively with the bathhouse team to ensure a consistent brand vibe.
• Operational Integrity: Efficiently manage your schedule, SOAP notes, and room resets to keep the House flowing smoothly during high-volume periods.

The Ideal Candidate (The "51-Percenter")

• Optimistic Warmth: You possess a naturally calming, kind, and supportive presence that guests can feel before you even start the treatment.
• Professional Integrity: You hold the highest standards for draping, ethical boundaries, and guest privacy.
• Self-Awareness: You manage your own energy and "weather report," ensuring you show up fully present for every guest, regardless of how busy the House is.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 1 year of desired experience
• Active State License in Massage Therapy.
• Proficiency in [Deep Tissue, Swedish, Sports, etc.], with an interest in learning how these interact with thermal therapy.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to explain the "Why" behind your techniques.
• Ability to work peak hours (evenings and weekends) when our community needs recovery most.

Company Overview

At Sauna House, we have reimagined the ancient traditions of the thermal cycle for the modern world. We are more than a facility; we are a destination designed to shape the human experience through the intentional use of heat, cold, and rest. Our houses serve as an oasis along the way for everyone, whether you are a seasoned practitioner or at the very beginning of your wellness journey.

Company Purpose/Mission

The mission of Sauna House is to improve the mental and physical well-being of the world.

Company Values

• Integrity
• Creativity
• Health
• Service