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PalmLeaf Massage & Wellness – Buffalo Grove, IL
W-2 Employee Position
Palm Leaf Massage & Wellness is conveniently located on Dundee Road in Buffalo Grove, and we’re looking for friendly, skilled, and compassionate Licensed Massage Therapists to join our supportive team.
Since 2013, we’ve helped over 10,000 clients find lasting relief through Therapeutic Massage, Acupuncture, Chiropractic Care, Cryo Body Sculpting, and Skin Health services, including Facials and Waxing. With more than 1,700 five-star reviews, we’re proud to be one of the highest-rated wellness clinics in Chicago’s Northwest Suburbs.
Whether you’re an experienced therapist looking for a long-term career or a recent graduate looking to build your experience and expand your clinical skills, Palm Leaf provides a supportive environment, an established client base, and opportunities to help you succeed.
New graduates are welcome to apply. Depending on your current skill set and experience, additional internal training may be required before being added to the client schedule. More information about our training and skill assessment process will be discussed during the interview.
What You'll Do
- Provide customized therapeutic massage sessions based on each client’s needs
- Maintain accurate SOAP notes
- Educate clients on post-session self-care and wellness recommendations
- Work collaboratively in a warm, respectful, team-oriented environment
Preferred (Not Required) Modalities
We’re seeking Massage Therapists with experience in Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Clinical/Medical Massage, Manual Cupping, Lymphatic Drainage, Craniosacral Therapy, or other therapeutic modalities. A willingness to continue learning and expanding your skills is highly valued.
Who You Are
You’re a kind, dependable therapist with a passion for helping others. You enjoy working with clients experiencing chronic pain, continuously developing your clinical skills, and being part of a supportive, respectful team.
Requirements
- Current Illinois Massage Therapy License in good standing
- Current professional liability insurance (AMTA, ABMP, Massage Magazine Insurance Plus, or equivalent)
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Reliable, professional, and committed to providing exceptional client care
Employment Status & Compensation
PalmLeaf offers opportunities for W-2 employees or qualified 1099 independent contractors.
Compensation is commission-based per session, with commission rates determined by your experience, skills, and therapeutic expertise, plus 100% of your client tips.
W-2 Employee
As a W-2 employee, you’ll enjoy benefits that independent contractors don’t receive, including:
- Employer-paid Workers’ Compensation coverage
- Employer contribution toward Social Security and Medicare payroll taxes
- Eligibility for unemployment insurance and other protections provided by law
- Payroll processing with year-end W-2 reporting
- A supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth
- Future employee benefits, including a 401(k) retirement plan, as PalmLeaf continues to grow
1099 Independent Contractor
Therapists who prefer to work as a 1099 independent contractor must have a properly established business, including an EIN, and meet applicable independent contractor requirements.
Additional information regarding 1099 qualifications and requirements will be discussed during the interview.
Schedule
We’re open 7 days a week from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM and offer flexible scheduling based on your availability, treatment room availability, and client demand. Schedules may include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts. Since evenings and weekends are our busiest appointment times, applicants should be available to work a combination of shifts, including at least one weekend shift per month (Saturday or Sunday). These high-demand hours also provide the greatest opportunity to maximize your earnings.
Why You'll Love Working at PalmLeaf
- Established clinic proudly serving the community since 2013
- Supportive, family-style culture
- Beautiful new clinic with spacious treatment rooms
- Leadership that genuinely cares about your success and well-being
- Opportunities to expand your clinical skills and learn advanced therapeutic modalities
- Established client base with over 10,000 clients served and 1,700+ five-star reviews
- Cross-training on scheduling and basic clinic operations, empowering you to confidently assist clients and keep the clinic running smoothly when front desk support is unavailable
Apply Today
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PalmLeaf Massage & Wellness
Attn: Ramon M., Hiring Manager
PalmLeaf Massage & Wellness
400 W. Dundee Rd., Unit 8
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Phone: (847) 961-4800
Email: info@palmleafmassage.com
Website: palmleafmassage.com
Office Internal Notes:
Licensed Massage Therapist — Join the PalmLeaf Family! New graduates welcome!
W2 employment status
$20 – $45 hourly commission. Depending on Hands-on Clinical Trial and experiences
Benefits *
- Flexible schedule
- Employee discount
- Free massages
Screening questions can help you evaluate candidates.Â
Are you a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
Do you have liability insurance coverage?
How many years of LMT experience do you have?
Do you have a IL State – Licensed Massage Therapist
Ready to Start Feeling Better?
Whether you’re looking for lasting pain relief, improved mobility, faster recovery, or simply time to relax, our experienced Licensed Massage Therapists are here to help.