Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• 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 given
• 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

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits