We are looking for a Massage Therapist who is passionate about promoting a holistic approach to personal health. You should be familiar with various massage services that can help reduce pain and stress for seniors, such as deep tissue, Swedish, reflexology, shiatsu, and lymphatic drainage massage. Our ideal candidate must be able to make a client feel comfortable and encourage them to return for additional treatment. To apply for this contracted position, you must have Massage Therapist certification and state licensure.

Benefits:
• Self-determined schedule
• Pre-set session rates set by the Vendor

Job Types: Contracted Vendor, Paid for Services Rendered on a Monthly Invoice

Massage Therapist Duties and Responsibilities
A massage therapist is responsible for treating clients through soft tissue manipulation while maintaining a safe and relaxing experience. The therapist should be good at perceiving client wishes and needs through spoken language, body language and other cues and modifying their treatments accordingly. They will report to the Wellness Program Manager.
Duties and responsibilities:
• Provide 15, 30, 60, 90-minute massages to clients by appointment
• Clients book appointments directly with the Massage Therapist
• Guide clients through service offerings and determine which massages would benefit them most
• Take a detailed client history and note any health conditions
• Evaluate clients to determine painful or stressed areas of the body
• Advise clients on stretching, strengthening or relaxation methods
• Suggest future massage appointments and regime to clients
• Listen to clients during appointments and adjust technique as they desire
• Offer treatments that can reduce pain, increase flexibility, or boost body’s function
• Maintain accurate records of massages completed
• Monthly Invoice to The Village at Rockville for services rendered
• Communicate with the Wellness Program Manager about room needs
• Ensure all treatments rooms are tidied and neat after each massage


Qualifications
• Completed 500 hours of massage therapy courses
• Must hold current massage therapy certification
• Must be currently licensed or registered with the Maryland State Board of Massage Therapy Examiners
• At least four years of experience as a professional massage therapist
• Experience working with seniors preferred
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Time management abilities
• Demonstrated sales and customer service skills
• Ability to pass a background screening