Massage Therapists
Snapshot
Massage Therapists perform therapeutic massage and administer body treatments for health, fitness and remedial purposes.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 12400 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $600 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | average |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | good |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- massaging the soft tissues of the body, such as muscles, tendons and ligaments, to assist healing
- utilising a range of massage techniques to enhance sports performance and prevent injury
- administering treatments to promote relaxation, improve circulation and relieve muscle tension
- assessing and treating specific soft tissue dysfunction and providing rehabilitation advice
- employing other techniques, such as acupressure or Shiatsu, and complementary aids, such as infra-red lamps, wet compresses, ice, essential oils and herbal and mineral therapies, to assist recovery
- assessing client's physical condition and case history and advising on stretching exercises and relaxation techniques
Job Titles
- Massage Therapist