Typical Tasks
Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.
Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.
Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.
Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.
Maintain massage areas by restocking supplies or sanitizing equipment.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Social
Working with people
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Concern for Others
Dependability
Integrity
Self-Control
Cooperation
Independence
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Speaking
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Judgment and Decision Making
Monitoring
Expected Knowledge
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Common Activities
Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
