The Massage Therapist is responsible for developing and implementing massage therapy services at the Herbert Wellness Center while ensuring client satisfaction and safety. Duties include maintaining attendance logs, managing session scheduling, and performing massage techniques tailored to individual client needs.
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Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director, Wellness Programs, the Massage Therapist shall develop and implement a Massage Therapy Service for the University of Miami Herbert Wellness Center, emphasizing safety, addressing individual needs, and stress reducing techniques using the following criteria as guidelines. Offers massage session in adherence with the following: Each session shall begin no later than 5 minutes after the posted start time and should end promptly at the end of the scheduled period. Tardiness is unacceptable for the therapist, as well as the client. Each therapist is responsible for maintaining the attendance log of their respected clients, including total number of attendees, type of massage received, and tips received. No client should be allowed into a massage session unless he/she has properly secured a space in the session through appropriate sign-up and payment at the Wellness Suite. Clients must check-in at the reception desk and wait for the therapist to come and get them. The therapist shall abide by any/all other DWR policies and perform any other duties as assigned. Therapists shall make a personal commitment to ensure the satisfaction of all clients treat all clients with respect, concern and give personal attention when needed. The therapist shall adjust methods according to each client’s needs. The therapist should be familiar with services and programs offered at the Wellness Center for referral purposes. Therapists are responsible for finding appropriate substitutes before sessions. Therapists shall notify the Assistant Director, Wellness at least two weeks before the session of the substitution. Each therapist shall ensure general cleanliness and safety of the room before, during and after their session with each client. Room cleanings or supply orders can be arranged upon request to the Assistant Director, Wellness. Each therapist shall familiarize himself/herself with the members of the DWR professional staff who are certified in CPR. Therapists are encouraged to become certified through the Wellness Center. Therapists should provide a 1-hour workshop on self-massage and buddy-massage techniques to alleviate stress (upon request). Therapists should maintain their active and clear licensure status. The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida. With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent
Candidates must maintain an active and clear licensure status for massage therapy. Familiarity with wellness center programs and the ability to provide workshops on self-massage techniques are also required.
Market context
In Florida, massage therapist openings often reflect steady demand in wellness centers, spas, and other client-facing care settings. These roles can be competitive because employers look for active licensure, familiarity with the center’s services, and added credentials such as CPR certification or experience leading client education workshops. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your license status and be ready to speak to any workshop or self-care teaching experience in your application.
