BYU Athletics Massage Therapist - 134631

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Job Summary

Massage Therapists are responsible for providing massage therapy to student-athletes referred by a staff athletic trainer and/or physician. Massage therapy includes manipulating the muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide relaxation, improve health, promote healing, and improve performance in student-athletes. Massage Therapy should be provided during clinic hours in the BYU Sports Medicine facilities (any exceptions to this policy must be approved by the staff athletic trainer).

Why You Should Join Our Team

Be an integral part of BYU history and our rich tradition of winning. As a member of the Big 12 Conference, there has never been a better opportunity for BYU to tell its story on the biggest stages, and you can be a part of that. We need someone who understands BYU's distinctive mission and vision, with the gospel of Jesus Christ as its essential foundation. We need someone who cares deeply about the individual successes and challenges of our student-athletes. We need someone who strives for excellence in all they do, and who can thrive in a dynamic, challenging, and incredibly rewarding environment. 

What You'd Be Responsible For

1. Provide massage therapy to student-athletes referred by a staff athletic trainer and/or physician (85%) 

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Massage Therapists are responsible for providing massage therapy to student-athletes referred by a staff athletic trainer and/or physician. Massage therapy includes manipulating the muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide relaxation, improve health, promote healing, and improve performance in student-athletes. Massage Therapy should be provided during clinic hours in the BYU Sports Medicine facilities (any exceptions to this policy must be approved by the staff athletic trainer).

Why You Should Join Our Team

Be an integral part of BYU history and our rich tradition of winning. As a member of the Big 12 Conference, there has never been a better opportunity for BYU to tell its story on the biggest stages, and you can be a part of that. We need someone who understands BYU's distinctive mission and vision, with the gospel of Jesus Christ as its essential foundation. We need someone who cares deeply about the individual successes and challenges of our student-athletes. We need someone who strives for excellence in all they do, and who can thrive in a dynamic, challenging, and incredibly rewarding environment. 

What You'd Be Responsible For

1. Provide massage therapy to student-athletes referred by a staff athletic trainer and/or physician (85%) 
   1. Provide 30-minute massage targeting the needs of the student-athlete
   2. Provide service for up to 10-15 student-athletes per day
   3. Suggest massage schedules for recurring sessions 
   4. Maintain treatment records 
2. Collaborate with Athletic Trainers to administer appropriate treatment to student-athletes (10%) 
   1. Provide communication and feedback with the trainers about student-athletes
3. Supervise five Athletic Training students and teach massage techniques (5%)

What Qualifies You to Apply?

Required :

• Current and valid state license for massage therapy
• 2 years experience as a professional massage therapist
• Willingness to uphold and live by the university's Honor Code
• All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend, which may be verified during the application process.

Preferred : 

• Experience with athletes and/or more than 2 years experience in sports massage therapy

Skills, abilities, knowledge, licenses, certifications

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Licensed professional 
• Has knowledge and experience working with athletes and recovery 
• Broad knowledge of all massage techniques 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Comfortable making decisions and creating treatment plans 
• Must be physically able to give several treatments during a workday and be able to stay on your feet throughout massage appointments 
• Must be physically strong and able to exert pressure through a variety of movements of the arms and hands when manipulating a client's muscles

 

Employee Class: 1/2 Time (Basic)

Work Location: Provo Campus

Environment: General office or other equivalently good environment

Physical Exam Required: Y

Physical Exam Details:  

Desired Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Close Date: 11/04/2024

Pay Level: 49

Approximate Starting Salary: Depends on qualifications

Documents Required at time of Application:

Required: Resume
Optional: Cover Letter, Letter of Recommendation 1

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!

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