registered massage therapist (RMT)
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma.
Tasks:
- 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.
Security and safety:
- Child Abuse Registry check.
- Criminal record check.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Physically demanding.
- Standing for extended periods.
Personal suitability:
- Accurate.
- Client focus.
- Efficient interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral communication.
- Interpersonal awareness.
- Values and ethics.
Screening questions:
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
- Are you currently a student?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
Experience:
1 to less than 7 months.
Employment terms options:
- Evening.
- Flexible hours.
- Morning.
- On call.
- Weekend.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
- Bonus.
- Commission.
- Life insurance.
Other benefits:
- Free parking available.
- On-site amenities.
- Team building opportunities.
- Parking available.
- Travel insurance.