What are the responsibilities and job description for the Massage Therapist position at IN TOUCH THERAPEUTICS?
Job description
Looking for a part time massage therapist for a start-up business in a medical massage clinic. This employment position is designed to be part time with potential to transition to full time as the company grows. Therapist will work limited hours in early evenings and a half day on Saturday. Pay rate increases are available.
Responsibilities
Therapist will be trained in and provide Neuromuscular Therapy and Structural Integration for pain management. Therapist will greet clients, review intake forms, symptoms, and health history. They will be trained to observe holding and posture patterns. They will accurately assess source of pain and dysfunction and will either treat or refer to medical professional. They will offer add-on services if/when they deem appropriate for client treatment. Therapist will also provide post treatment advice, including stretches and simple corrective exercises, which they will also be trained in.
*Clients will be screened before coming to you and assistance will be available to help navigate any unfamiliar situations/conditions and apply effective treatment.
This position will not require you to obtain long term regulars or pressure you to be a salesperson. You are here to provide effective pain relief and only recommend add-ons and long-term care for clients who need and are seeking such.
Other things to know
-Training is required and will be at a different pay rate. Training times are flexible and will be made around your schedule. Amount of training will be dependent on therapist's skill level.
-The company is involved in local events for networking. Therapists may volunteer and will be compensated at a different pay rate.
-CEUs will be available with terms.
-Pay rate increases are based on credentials, average workload, and contribution to company growth. We do not ban salary discussion between employees
-Benefits are not currently available as this is a young company, but benefits will be added on as the company grows.
-No restrictions on time off.
-PTO available after 1 year
-Massage trade available between employees.
Qualifications
Required:
-Valid massage license through TDLR
-Liability Insurance
-3-5 years' experience in massage therapy, preferably in clinical settings
-Thorough understanding of anatomy, kinesiology and physiology.
-Comprehensive knowledge of trigger point pain patterns -OR- Experience in pain management or medical massage settings, ex. chiropractic offices, pain management facilities, hospitals.
Preferred:
-Certification in medical/therapeutic massage techniques: neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, medical massage, Rolfing, etc...
-Basic knowledge in nutrition, sleep health, mental health, exercise science, etc... (only enough to make basic recommendations or to recognize when a referral out is needed, we do not treat disorders or deficiencies in these areas)
Salary : $40 - $50