O*NET-SOC 31-9011.00
Massage Therapists
Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. May assist in the assessment of range of motion and muscle strength, or propose client therapy plans.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Confer with clients about their medical histories and problems with stress or pain to determine how massage will be most helpful.Core7878
- Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance.Core7880
- Maintain massage areas by restocking supplies or sanitizing equipment.Core23928
- Apply finger and hand pressure to specific points of the body.Core7879
- Develop and propose client treatment plans that specify which types of massage are to be used.Core7884
- Maintain treatment records.Core7881
- Assess clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength, and range of motion.Core7883
- Provide clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.Core7882
- Treat clients in professional settings or travel to clients' offices and homes.Core7887
- Refer clients to other types of therapists when necessary.Core7885
- Prepare and blend oils and apply the blends to clients' skin.Core7889
- Consult with other health care professionals, such as physiotherapists, chiropractors, physicians, and psychologists, to develop treatment plans for clients.Core7888
- Perform other adjunctive therapies or treatment techniques in addition to massage.Core20757
- Use complementary aids, such as infrared lamps, wet compresses, ice, and whirlpool baths to promote clients' recovery, relaxation, and well-being.Supplemental7886
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 8 examples in 4 categories, 2 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Calendar and scheduling software
- AppointmentQuest Online Appointment Manager
- Scheduling software
Medical software
- ICS Software SammyUSA
- Land Software Customer Pro-File
- Massage Suite
- WinCity Custom Software WinCity Massage SOAP Notes
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Getting Information
Interview patients to gather medical information.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People
Assess physical conditions of patients to aid in diagnosis or treatment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Thinking Creatively
Develop patient therapy programs.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Performing General Physical Activities
Clean facilities or equipment.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Handling and Moving Objects
Stock supplies or merchandise.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Documenting/Recording Information
Maintain medical records.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Confer with other professionals to plan patient care.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Assisting and Caring for Others
Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Help clients get needed services or resources.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Administer therapy treatments to patients using hands or physical treatment aids.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Administer therapeutic massages.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Training and Teaching Others
Teach medical procedures or medical equipment use to patients.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
- Not mapped yet
Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.