Massage therapist

How to find a massage therapist for a salon, spa or rehab centre

Updated 20 October 2026

The types of massage define the candidate

Classic therapeutic massage, lymphatic drainage, sports massage, anti-cellulite, facial and children's massage each have their own techniques and often separate training. A therapist who works wonders on backs may not know anti-cellulite techniques. So list exactly which types you need in the vacancy.

The type of place matters too: a spa hotel, a beauty salon, a gym, a massage clinic or a rehabilitation centre. It sets the flow of clients and the qualifications needed.

How it works on BlaBlaPrice

Create one request on BlaBlaPrice. It is checked, extra contacts are removed and you get hints about what is missing. Then massage therapists in your city respond.

In the chat they tell you about their training, certificates, experience, convenient days and expected pay. The answers are compared by content, with reviews shown next to each. You pass your contacts only to the therapist you choose. It is free for employers.

What to put in the vacancy

• Types of massage — classic, lymphatic drainage, sports, anti-cellulite;
• Qualifications — medical training, courses, certificates;
• Pay — a share per session, fixed salary or room rent;
• Shifts — evenings and weekends, full day;
• Type of place — spa hotel, salon, gym;
• Employment — freelance or regular employee;
• Experience — from 2 years;
• City and area.

Example: “A spa hotel in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a massage therapist: classic and lymphatic drainage massage. Evenings and weekends, freelance, 40% of each session. Medical training or certificates, at least 2 years of experience.”

Training, hygiene and how the work is organised

Massage is physically hard work, so think about how many sessions a day are realistic. Most therapists cannot work without breaks, and rest between clients should be built into the schedule. This also affects the quality of the work.

For therapeutic massage it is worth having formal training or proven courses, while for wellness massage certificates are often enough. The exact requirements depend on the place and local rules, so check with a specialist if you have doubts.

Agree on the terms: who provides the massage table, oils, linen and disposable sheets, and how often the room is cleaned. Discuss session length, breaks between clients and the cancellation policy. Ask whether there are conditions the therapist does not work with. Look at similar vacancies in the “Beauty / fitness / sport” section, for example a trainer or a beautician.

It helps to offer a trial day or a few sessions, so you can see the therapist's manner, how they talk to clients and how disciplined they are. This is easier than guessing from a CV.

If you are looking for a massage therapist job

Register on BlaBlaPrice as a service provider, choose this category and your area, and respond to vacancies. Read more about the service on the “How it works” page.