RMT (registered massage therapist)
Job details
- Location Halifax, NS B3J 3T5
- Work location On site
- Salary32.00 hourly / 35 hours per week
- Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
- Private practice
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Administer massage techniques through soft tissue manipulation, relaxation techniques, hydrotherapy, trigger point therapy, joint pain and lower grade mobilizations
- 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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists
Additional information
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
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Gratuities
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
Other benefits
- Team building opportunities
About Urban Retreat
We have been providing the best in massage therapy treatments in downtown Halifax since 2005. We are also proud to have been recognized as being in the top 3 massage therapy clinics in Halifax by Three Best Rated.