MT (massage therapist)

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience.

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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Physically demanding.
• Repetitive tasks.
• Standing for extended periods.

Personal suitability:

• Client focus.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Interpersonal awareness.
• Values and ethics.

Other:

Use of artificial intelligence.

Employment terms options:

• Evening.
• Shift.
• Flexible hours.
• Morning.

Experience:

Experience an asset.