Registered Massage Therapist

Registered Massage Therapist
Location: Elmira
Position Type: Full-Time Regular
Education Required: Graduate of an accredited school of massage with current Massage License (RMT) required. OMTA membership preferred.
Experience Required: 1 – 3 Years
Summary
We would like to welcome you to our team at Pinacle Health & Fitness Inc. By choosing to work with us, you have made a decision to become a member of a dynamic team! At Pinacle Health & Fitness Inc you will have the opportunity to share your passion for health and fitness, and together we will provide members with an outstanding experience and an unprecedented level of service.
Job Summary
• Provide massage services using safe, appropriate and effective massage techniques.
• Massage the soft tissues of the human body, including muscles, tendons and ligaments, to assist healing.
• Use muscle stretching techniques effectively to enhance muscle performance.
• Use finger pressure techniques required in shiatsu and reflexology.
• Check clients’ health history and update information prior to each session and ensure necessary precautionary action for massage prior to each session.
• Explain procedures to clients and use techniques/massage styles according to client needs and preferences.
• Use massage techniques to improve well being and relaxation.
• Gather client feedback during and after treatments.
• Perform all necessary documentation for each session following guidelines and procedures.
• Keep and maintain records of clients and services provided.
• Maintain a high level of client confidentiality and sensitivity with all client interactions.
• Follow proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents to ensure follow-up and prevention.
• Schedule and maintain appointments as needed.
• Assist with office duties as needed.
• Maintain a work environment up to hygienic standards.
• Maintain and replace linens between appointments.
• Ensure adequate availability of linens and creams.
• Maintain physical fitness to perform massage therapy.
• Participate in continuous education and remain current on massage techniques.
• Attend scheduled department staff meetings.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of massage with current Massage License (RMT) required. OMTA membership preferred.
• Minimum 1 year working experience in medical based massage required.
• Pre/post natal massage certification an asset.
• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
• Physical ability to lift and support clients.
• Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel and e-mail required.
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Strong customer service and troubleshooting skills.
• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.
• Professional appearance and manners.