Registered massage therapist (RMT)

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
or equivalent experience

Work setting

Willing to relocate
Hospital/medical facility or clinic
Spa

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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists

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

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

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you currently a student?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you live near the job location?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Employment terms options

Early morning
Evening

Employment terms options

Morning
Night
Weekend

Financial benefits

Bonus
Gratuities
Group insurance benefits