Lead Massage Therapist Job Description

Lead Massage Therapist Job Description

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Lead massage therapist provides massage services to guests using props or products and body treatments using body scrubs, wraps, or hydrotherapy.

Lead Massage Therapist Duties & Responsibilities

To write an effective lead massage therapist job description, begin by listing detailed duties, responsibilities and expectations. We have included lead massage therapist job description templates that you can modify and use.

Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Perform body treatments and massages
Perform massages, body treatments and any service listed on our spa menu administered by a massage therapist
Administers all treatment based on recommended standards and procedures of professional regulatory services and physician instructions, if appropriate
Working with the Member Services and Operations Manager, facilitates the planning, development, and implementation of massage therapy services programs and services for HWC members, inpatient and outpatient departments at FHWC and FHWC physician groups, community members
Working with the Member Services and Operations Manager, facilitates the marketing of massage therapy services for the HWC for members, inpatient and outpatient departments at FHWC and community members, with a focus on building the massage service line
Behaves and provides all treatment in professional and respectful manner
Administers therapeutic treatments on request of customer or instructions of physician
Properly documents treatments provided to clients
Maintains adequate supply inventory
Helps to ensure that all areas within the massage area meet’s Health Department codes and regulations

Lead Massage Therapist Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Lead Massage Therapist

List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CPR, AED, NMT

Education for Lead Massage Therapist

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Employers hiring for the lead massage therapist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Collage and Bachelor's Degree in Business, Hospitality, Associates, Management, Health

Skills for Lead Massage Therapist

Desired skills for lead massage therapist include:

Experience in performing Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage
Body treatments
Services and amenities available to guests to help them feel at home
Massage Envy policies and protocols
Microsoft Office
Additional therapies desired
Administering massage
Body and hydrotherapy treatments
Comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards
Correct maintenance and use of equipment

Desired experience for lead massage therapist includes:

Required to work variable shifts, including rotating days, nights and weekends
The language skills necessary to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals
A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a licensed massage therapist
Current LMT License from Professional Regulatory Services
Current License/Certification from local municipality, if applicable
Therapeutic/Sports massage therapy experience (Preferred)

Lead Massage Therapist Examples

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Lead Massage Therapist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a lead massage therapist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for lead massage therapist
  • Models exceptional customers service skills for the entire
  • Take part in the hiring process
  • On-board and train new hires
  • Therapist performance consistency
  • Review customer feedback surveys
  • Organize and/or facilitate therapist training sessions
  • Cultivate and maintain staff morale
  • Perform professional quality massage
  • Skilled in and utilizes Massage Envy approved modalities
  • Promotes the goals of the clinic
Qualifications for lead massage therapist
  • Develop and lead quarterly workshops and/or boot camps for the massage therapy team
  • Experience working at a massage franchise is a plus
  • Must possess current PA license and adhere to state licensing laws and regulations
  • Must learn and comply with all Hotel safety rules
  • Minimum 500 hours massage training
  • High school level reading, writing and mathematical skills
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Lead Massage Therapist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a lead massage therapist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for lead massage therapist
  • Advocate both in-clinic and externally to recruit and retain MT talent
  • Support the MT team in creating a positive, inclusive and self-care environment
  • Support the lead MT and provide capacity to address MT performance or client feedback issues
  • Support Lead MT & Clinic Management in on-boarding
  • Assist in supporting the Lead MT and Clinic Management in back and front-of-house team integration and address concerns as they arise
  • Perform professional massage
  • Responsible for Interviewing, hands on practicals and onboarding new Massage Therapists
  • Perform annual practical that includes draping and all enhancements on each service provider
  • Modeling exceptional customer service skills for the entire clinic staff to emulate
  • Set the tone for the therapeutic staff and is responsible for maintaining a positive work environment by fielding therapist’s complaints and facilitating solution oriented discussions
Qualifications for lead massage therapist
  • Physically able to stand and walk for up to 10 hours
  • 3-5 years of experience in massage, various modalities & 1 year of leadership experience
  • Minimum of 1000 hours of education or massage history required
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in massage therapy, two years in a supervisory capacity
  • Must possess current NV license and adhere to state and local laws and regulations
  • Proficiency in all components of massage, body and hydrotherapy, , anatomy and physiology
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Lead Massage Therapist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a lead massage therapist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for lead massage therapist
  • Innovative and proactive in bringing new ideas to enhance guest service and massage/body treatments
  • Conduct evaluations and facilitates trainings for massage therapist staff & related service providers
  • Mentor therapeutic staff in respectful and honest manner effectively communicating and helping to create “habits of success” for every therapist
  • May be called upon to assist in conducting interviews, write incident reports and/or hire or terminate therapists
  • Creates the bridge between the bodywork professionals and the front staff
  • May attend recruiting events
  • May be involved in creating incentive programs for service providers
  • May be asked to recruit staff with management approval
  • May be asked to attend regional team building events outside of our clinic scope
  • Maintains a bridge among the bodywork professionals, front staff, and management
Qualifications for lead massage therapist
  • Minimum 3 years licensed experience providing massage therapy
  • Prepare orders and submit to Spa Director to approve and execute
  • Must be able to work a flexible scheduling including nights, weekends and holidays
  • Must be a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of New Hampshire
  • Must be willing to train all new LMTs for the Spa
  • Must be willing and able to do ordering of massage supplies
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Lead Massage Therapist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is hiring for a lead massage therapist. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for lead massage therapist
  • Available to perform a schedule of massage therapy
  • Sets the tone for the therapeutic staff and is responsible for maintaining a positive work environment by fielding therapists' complaints and facilitating solution-oriented discussions
  • Conducts and facilitates trainings of therapists
  • Assist in product dispersal and upkeep of product dispensaries
  • Conduct associate evaluations, and provide constant feedback to employees on their job performances, quality of work and discipline action if necessary
  • Assist with weekly staff scheduling
  • Perform and assist in Manager on Duty responsibilities as needed
  • Serve as a role-model to demonstrate appropriate behavior
  • Train associates on treatment protocols and product knowledge
  • Provide guidance and direction to therapists, including setting and monitoring performance standards
Qualifications for lead massage therapist
  • Must have current and active license
  • Possession of a valid Texas license as a massage therapist
  • At least five years of post-license experience
  • Prior supervisory experience in a full service hotel environment is preferred
  • Must have great customer service experience
  • Announce continuing education classes to the team and take any interested therapists
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Lead Massage Therapist Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a lead massage therapist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for lead massage therapist
  • Maintain professional appearance and personal hygiene of self and therapists as per grooming standards
  • Responsible for the upkeep of dispensary, therapists break room, linen storage and treatment rooms
  • Have full knowledge of all spa services, salon services and retail products
  • Carry out any additional duties and tasks when requested
  • Ensure a comfortable work environment for treatment providers and guests
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures and state laws
  • Perform all guest activities in a cordial, efficient and professional manner, at all times maintaining a commitment to guest satisfaction
  • Maintain a positive attitude towards co-workers and the job being performed
  • Be fluent and knowledgeable about massage and body services including pricing
  • Perform all services for which training has been received in the allotted period and without personal interpretation of the treatment application
Qualifications for lead massage therapist
  • Nevada State Massage License
  • At least 3 years of guest and massage experience
  • Suggested college degree or management experience equivalent
  • Recommended prior experience
  • Minimum of 5 years of massage therapy experience
  • Active Texas Massage Therapist license required

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