MASSAGE THERAPIST

Responsibilities

Interview clients to determine the required massage method
Assess client’s medical history, symptoms, and other relevant information before treatment
Prepare the massage oil and other equipment
Apply proper pressure to the client to avoid injuries and bruising
Consult with other health practitioners to provide the client’s with the best therapy
Maintain records of treatments
Refer clients to other therapy, if necessary

Requirements

Must have graduated from an accredited program.
Must have a valid license or certificate to practice in the state where practice is located – must have passed either the National Certification Examination for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and/or the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination are two tests recognized nationwide and also any exams specific to the state in which therapist practices.

Qualifications

• One year minimum preferred in a medical spa setting with license or certification
• Oral Comprehension
• Oral Expression
• Dynamic Strength
• Trunk Strength
• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Manual Dexterity
• Multilimb Coordination
• Speech Recognition
• Stamina
• Near Vision
• Problem Sensitivity
• Finger Dexterity