Massage Therapist (CMT)

McKinnon BTC; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinnon BTC is seeking a compassionate Massage Therapist (CMT/LMT) to deliver therapeutic massage across the Bay Area and in San Francisco. You will collaborate with perinatal and wellness professionals to support prenatal and postpartum clients and promote overall wellness.

You will develop personalized plans, perform intake assessments, and educate clients on self-care, aiming to improve mobility and reduce discomfort. This role involves weekend availability and some travel to client homes.

Qualifications

• Active California CMT or LMT certification required.
• Weekend work availability is a plus.
• Ability to transport massage table and supplies (30–40 lbs).
• Proficiency in Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, myofascial release or lymphatic drainage.
• Knowledge of prenatal/postpartum contraindications and precautions.
• Experience delivering massage in outpatient, spa, clinical, or private practice settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic massage sessions for prenatal, postpartum, and general wellness clients.
• Develop personalized treatment plans for each client.
• Conduct in-home or SF office sessions, including mobility-limited clients.
• Perform intake assessments and adapt modalities to client needs.
• Address musculoskeletal concerns such as pain, tension, and postural issues.
• Educate clients on self-care, stretches, and home routines.
• Document visits and communicate with the care team.
• Collaborate with perinatal and wellness professionals including lactation consultants and doulas.

Skills

Communication

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Client education

Education

California Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) or Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) certification

Tools

Hot stones

Cupping

Bolsters

Prenatal positioning equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Massage Therapist (CMT) who is passionate about supporting clients through therapeutic bodywork, perinatal care, and holistic wellness. We are building a collaborative team focused on compassionate, evidence-based care. The Massage Therapist will provide therapeutic massage and bodywork through in-home visits throughout the Bay Area and office sessions in San Francisco. This role combines hands-on therapeutic care, client education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary perinatal and wellness care team.

Scheduling

• At least three or more days per week, one day must be a weekend
• Up to 8-hour shifts per day, hours may vary depending on massage bookings.

Pay

• Home massages up to $100-147 per session + tip.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide individualized therapeutic massage sessions for prenatal, postpartum, and general wellness clients
• Develop a personalized treatment plan for each client
• Conduct in-home massage or office visits for prenatal, postpartum, or mobility-limited clients
• Perform intake assessments and adapt modalities to client needs, contraindications, and comfort
• Address musculoskeletal concerns including tension, pain, postural imbalances, and stress-related conditions
• Support clients experiencing conditions such as prenatal discomfort, postpartum recovery, chronic pain, or stress and anxiety
• Educate clients on self-care, stretching, and home practices to support treatment outcomes
• Document visits and communicate with the care team when appropriate
• Collaborate with perinatal and wellness professionals including lactation consultants, doulas, and other providers

Qualifications

• Must hold an active California Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) or Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) certification.
• Ability to work at weekends is a plus.
• Be able to carry and transport massage equipment (table, supplies) of at least 30-40 lbs to client’s homes.
• Proficiency in multiple massage modalities such as Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, myofascial release, or lymphatic drainage
• Knowledge and experience using massage tools such as hot stones, cupping, bolsters, and specialized prenatal positioning equipment
• Primary work location based in San Francisco, CA
• Willing to travel up to 40 miles throughout the San Francisco Bay Area for in-home massage sessions
• Valid California driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Strong communication, clinical assessment, client education, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build supportive relationships with families from diverse backgrounds
• Comfortable working both independently and collaborating within a multidisciplinary care team
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving and clinical decision-making abilities
• Detailed-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and records
• Experience providing massage therapy in a professional outpatient, spa, clinical, or private practice setting for prenatal and postpartum individuals
• Knowledge of contraindications and precautions for massage therapy during pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and with special populations