Massage & Chiropractic Therapy Associate

Role summary

Deliver hands-on therapeutic massage and chiropractor-prescribed rehab/exercise to reduce pain, improve mobility, and support recovery in a busy musculoskeletal clinic.

Key responsibilities

Massage & Manual Therapy

Provide Swedish, deep tissue, trigger point, sports, myofascial (and prenatal/other techniques as certified).

Complete intake, assess contraindications, gain informed consent, and document SOAP notes same day.

Educate on self-care: stretching, hydration, ergonomics.

Chiropractic Rehab & Modalities

Coach patient through prescribed corrective exercise, mobility/stability, posture and ergonomic training.

Set up/administer approved modalities (e-stim, ultrasound, heat/cold) per protocols/scope.

Track outcomes (ROM, pain scales, functional tests) in the EMR.

Clinic Operations (Shared)

Keep rooms/equipment clean and stocked; follow infection control, OSHA, and HIPAA.

Coordinate patient flow and on-time starts; assist with scheduling/rebooking and product recommendations when clinically appropriate.

Collaborate closely with chiropractors and the care team on treatment plans.

Qualifications

Active state Massage Therapist license (LMT/MT) and/or Certified Chiropractic Clinical Assistant (where required) or relevant degree (kinesiology/exercise science).

CPR/BLS (or within 60 days).

1+ year clinic/rehab; EMR proficiency.

Professional boundaries, strong communication, and time management.

Core skills

Solid anatomy/biomechanics; excellent palpation and coaching/teaching ability.

Patient-first, team-oriented, detail-driven; adaptable in a fast-paced setting.

Physical requirements

Stand/walk for extended periods; frequent bending/reaching.

Safely assist patients; lift/push up to 25–30 lbs.

Schedule & compensation

Full-time preferred; some evenings/weekends.

Compensation: base + per-service/commission or hourly with incentives (dependent on clinic model); benefits if full-time.