David Cano
Rainier,WA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Massage Therapist with expertise in therapeutic techniques, personalized treatment plans, and client education. Committed to enhancing client well-being through effective communication and collaborative care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
Tacoma, Washington
11.2013 - 03.2026
- Provided therapeutic massages using various techniques and modalities.
- Assessed client needs and created personalized treatment plans.
- Educated clients on self-care techniques and post-treatment practices.
- Collaborated with team members to improve service delivery and boost client satisfaction.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all treatments.
- Participated in ongoing training to refine skills and learn new techniques.
- Attended continuing education courses related to massage therapy in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in the field.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding their current condition as well as any changes observed during the course of treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatments provided to clients in compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Addressed injuries, trauma and stress using myofascial release.
- Educated clients on proper body mechanics, posture awareness, self-care strategies and stress management techniques.
- Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology to create appropriate treatment plans for clients.
- Documented clients' medical histories and conditions in order to determine contraindications to treatment.
- Provided professional massage therapy services for clients, including Swedish and deep tissue massage techniques.
- Employed trigger point therapy to relieve specified areas of pain or dysfunction.
- Assessed client needs and developed individualized treatments plans to address the specific health needs of each client.
- Promoted additional services offered by the practice such as Promoted additional services offered by the practice such aromatherapy sessions.
- Performed therapeutic pregnancy, sports, deep tissue and Swedish massage on clients.
- Ensured a safe environment for both staff members and clients at all times by adhering to safety regulations set forth by the state licensing board.
- Performed therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints using hands, fingers, forearms, elbows or massage devices.
- Cultivated relationships with referring physicians and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitored client progress throughout their course of treatment and adjusted plans accordingly if necessary.
- Guided clients through PNF stretches to target nerve receptors and extent muscle length.
- Built strong client relationships, resulting in high referral rates and repeat business.
- Discussed body treatment needs and expectations with clients to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing any concerns and ensuring a therapeutic and relaxing massage experience.
- Cultivated loyal clientele and high rate of referrals based on quality of massage services.
- Cleaned table and space between appointments to protect client health.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of massage room and equipment, adhering to state regulations and spa policies.
- Utilized cross-fiber friction techniques to facilitate strong, flexible repair in site-specific muscle and connective tissue injuries.
- Treated tendon and ligament scar tissue buildup using transverse friction.
Education
Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy
Everest College
Tacoma, WA05-2012
Skills
- Licensed massage therapist (LMT)
- Therapeutic massage
- Anatomy and physiology
- Myofascial release techniques
- Trigger point therapy
- Prenatal massage
- Orthopedic massage
- Sports massage
- Deep tissue massage
- Neuromuscular therapy
- Swedish massage
- Custom treatment plans
- Client assessment
- Stress relief massage
- Range of motion improvement
- Postural assessment
- Aromatherapy
- Neurophysiology
- Body mechanics
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Compliance adherence
- Ongoing education
- Detailed documentation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Professional ethics
- Problem solving
- Stress management techniques
- Client education
- Wellness guidance
- Relaxation techniques
- Reflective listening
- Physical strength
- Anatomy expertise
- Anatomy knowledge
- Relaxation techniques
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Licensed massage therapist (LMT)
- Anatomy expertise
Certification
Intraoral Massage
Timeline
Licensed Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
11.2013 - 03.2026
Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy
Everest College