RMT (registered massage therapist)

Work setting

• Hospital / medical facility or clinic
• Private practice

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
• 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
• 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

• Criminal record check

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Gratuities
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Piece work

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 15 to 40 hours per week