On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Hospital/medical facility or clinic
Private practice
Responsibilities
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 givenMassage 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