Massage Therapists
Certified Massage Therapist (CMT), Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP), Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT), Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
What they do:
Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.
On the job, you would:
- Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.
- Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.
- Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.
Knowledge
Business
- customer service
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Math and Science
- biology
Health
- medicine and dentistry
Skills
Basic Skills
- listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
- talking to others
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Abilities
Verbal
- listen and understand what people say
- communicate by speaking
Hand and Finger Use
- hold or move items with your hands
- put together small parts with your fingers
Endurance
- exercise for a long time without getting out of breath
Physical Strength
- exercise for a long time without your muscles getting tired
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include helping people, teaching, and talking.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Sincerity
- Empathy
- Cooperation
- Dependability
- Social Orientation
- Integrity
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel Hot Technology
Medical software
- ICS Software SammyUSA
- WinCity Custom Software WinCity Massage SOAP Notes
Word processing software
- Microsoft Word Hot Technology
Education
Education: (rated 2 of 4)
certificate after high school or
high school diploma/GED
usually needed
high school diploma/GED
usually needed
Job Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
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