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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• 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 perks to clients
• Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body
• Suggest home care instructions and provide information about techniques

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Certification by a provincial or territorial association for massage therapists

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Standing for extended periods
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

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Interest in analyzing information obtained from tests and health care professionals to develop treatment plans; in providing courses of treatment for medical conditions, injuries and for maintenance of wellness; and in maintaining records of patients treatments

METHODICAL

Interest in analyzing information obtained from tests and health care professionals to develop treatment plans; in providing courses of treatment for medical conditions, injuries and for maintenance of wellness; and in maintaining records of patients treatments

SOCIAL

Interest in assisting patients by providing treatment, prescribing remedial exercises and discussing follow-up care; may work with other health care professionals when appropriate

OBJECTIVE

Interest in operating equipment to administer treatments; in conducting range of motion and muscle testing; and in providing massage therapy to treat medical conditions and injuries

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Typical ability expectations for this job

Does helping relieve others pain and stress sound rewarding? Can you stand for long periods of time? Are you empathetic, and able to talk to people easily? Then becoming a massage therapist may be the right therapy for your career.