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Help Wanted

Licensed Massage Therapist

Join the PalmLeaf Family!

New graduates welcome!

PalmLeaf Massage & Wellness – Buffalo Grove, IL

W-2 Employee Position

PalmLeaf 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, PalmLeaf 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.

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

W-2 vs. 1099 Pay Equivalency

PalmLeaf hires W-2 Licensed Massage Therapists only in accordance with Illinois IDES requirements. See how W-2 pay compares to 1099 contractor pay and the benefits of employee status.

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

Help Wanted

Please submit your resume and cover letter to our manager for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!