Licensed Massage Therapist - SIGN ON BONUS

$1,000 sign-on bonus for new massage therapists hired by 12/31/2026. Current massage students and new graduates awaiting an Iowa license are welcome to apply.

Full Time • Johnston, IA

Our brand purpose is to Elevate the Lives of the People we Touch. At Massage Heights / Heights Wellness Retreats, the resources of a national brand meet the clinical leadership of a local owner. We are locally owned in Central Iowa and led by a Doctor of Physical Therapy who understands the science of bodywork. Our Retreats are a bridge between luxury relaxation and clinical results.

Why therapists choose us
• Clinical leadership: work under a Physical Therapist who values your expertise and supports your growth.
• The right tools: ergonomic hydraulic tables, high-end linens, premium oils, and advanced modalities.
• Guests who want therapeutic work: members and guests who value expertise, personalized care, and long-term wellness.
• Professional growth: ongoing training, including Massage Heights University.
• A locally owned team serving Central Iowa for more than a decade.

This role
• Deliver personalized massage tailored to each guest, including deep tissue, aromatherapy, hot stone, and maternity massage.
• Assess each guest and build a results-driven plan.
• Educate guests on the benefits of regular massage and recommend enhancements that elevate their service.
• Work as part of a team that takes guest experience seriously.

Pay and bonus
• $25–$30 per service hour, plus commission on service enhancements, plus tips.
• Therapists working 25 service hours a week typically earn about $53,000–$60,000 a year including commission and tips. Actual earnings depend on schedule, service volume, enhancements, and tips.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus for new massage therapists hired by 12/31/2026: $500 paid after 30 days of employment and $500 after 90 days.
• Employee referral program: refer a therapist who is hired and you each earn $250, plus another $250 each at 1,000 service hours.

Benefits (for eligible team members)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts on products and services
• Paid training
• Free uniforms
• Massage Heights Family Fund
• Growth opportunities

Schedule
• Full time: 25+ bookable service hours per week.
• Days, evenings, and weekends. Evenings and weekends are our busiest times, so weekend availability is required.
• This opening is at our Johnston Retreat. We also have Retreats in Ankeny, Ames, and West Des Moines; apply to the city where you want to work.

Who should apply
You must meet one of these:
• You hold a current Iowa massage therapy license, or
• You are currently enrolled in massage school, or
• You have finished massage school and are awaiting your Iowa license (including therapists licensed in another state awaiting Iowa licensure).
A plan to go to school or get licensed in the future does not qualify.

Also required:
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Licensed therapists: a valid Iowa massage license and at least 500 hours of training from an accredited program.
• A genuine interest in clinical, results-minded massage and an exceptional guest experience.

Our values: Loyal. Authentic. Passionate. Diligent.

What happens after you apply
We review every application and follow up with every applicant. Qualified candidates typically move through a short phone or audio introduction, an interview, and a hands-on practical interview. Apply today.