MT (massage therapist)

Overview

Languages

French

Education

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

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Day spa
• Spa

Responsibilities

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
• Relaxation massage
• Clean and maintain equipment
• Greet customers

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists

Additional information

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication