Massage therapist (MT)

• Location Calgary, ABT3J 4L7
• Work location On site
• Salary$38.50 to $43.00HOUR hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
• Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift
• Starts as soon as possible
• Benefits: Other benefits
• vacancies 1 vacancy
• Source Job Bank #3678280

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Health care institution, facility or clinic

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Consult with other health care professionals when developing treatment plans for clients
• Administer massage techniques through soft tissue manipulation, relaxation techniques, hydrotherapy, trigger point therapy, joint pain and lower grade mobilizations
• Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body
• Assess clients by conducting range of motion and muscle tests and propose treatment plans
• Explain procedures, risks and benefits to clients
• Maintain records of treatments given
• Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body
• Suggest home care instructions and provide information about techniques

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills

Benefits

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available