Massage Therapist

Compensation

Hourly: $16 per hour plus tips.

The Massage-Body-Hydro Therapist is responsible for providing quality professional service in the administration of massage therapy, body treatments and hydrotherapy treatments to guests of the Spa.

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work – Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Must be able to effectively communicate verbally and written with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Handle problems effectively, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Cross-train in other hotel related areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
• Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.
• Hygiene is key. No cigarette smoke allowed on hands, clothes or breath during a shift.

• Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.
• Perform various types of massage:
  Swedish, Sports, Shiatsu, deep tissue, Reflexology, etc.
• Proficient in all components of massage therapy: anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, etc.
• Proficient in a variety of body and hydrotherapy treatments: exfoliation, masks, wraps, etc.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the facilities, ensuring proper working order.
• Prepare treatment rooms, clean after each treatment, and maintain inventory levels of linens and supplies.
• Provide Spa tours as necessary.
• Promote and sell Spa approved facial and body products using prescription pad.
• Check appointment schedule, print daily activities as required, and complete daily reports.
• Ensure inventory control through proper usage of products.
• Maintain passing scores on treatment inspections.
• Maintain current licenses and certifications as required.
• Assist with front desk or locker room functions, as necessary.

• Hawaii State Massage License.
• 2-3 days/week, specifically weekends.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1000 hours of massage education or history required.
• License or certification from accredited school of massage/body work required.
• Current City license required.
• National certification with NCBTMB or AOMBTA required.
• 2 years' experience in massage therapy preferred.
• 1 year spa experience preferred.
• Knowledge of additional therapies desired.
• Bi-lingual preferred.
• CPR certification desired.