Austin, TX - Independent Contractor (1099)
Compensation: 60% Therapist / 40% Clinic + 100% Tips
Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Build Your Practice Within an Established Austin Wellness Clinic
A Different Kind of Massage Therapy Opportunity
Most massage jobs ask:
"How many massages can you perform in a day?"
We're asking a different question:
How many lives can you positively impact in a career?
Acupuncture Together of Austin is seeking a skilled, compassionate Massage Therapist to help launch and grow our Therapeutic Massage Program.
This is an opportunity to join an established wellness clinic, develop meaningful patient relationships, and build a thriving long-term massage practice.
You'll benefit from:
- Internal referrals
- Front desk support
- Marketing support
- Established systems
- A growing patient community
We are looking for a therapist who is excited to help people, grow professionally, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare environment that has served Austin since 2010.
About Acupuncture Together of Austin
Acupuncture Together was founded on a simple belief:
Exceptional healthcare should be accessible, affordable, and rooted in genuine care.
For more than 15 years, we have helped thousands of Austinites find relief from:
- Chronic pain
- Injury recovery
- Stress and burnout
- Anxiety
- Sleep challenges
- Women's health concerns
- Chronic health conditions
Patients frequently tell us that what makes our clinic special is not only the treatments they receive, but how they feel when they walk through the door.
We strive to create a place where people feel:
- Safe
- Seen
- Heard
- Respected
- Cared for
The Vision
We believe therapeutic massage belongs alongside acupuncture.
The program is designed to help patients:
- Recover from pain and injury
- Improve mobility and function
- Reduce stress and nervous system overload
- Support athletic performance
- Improve quality of life
Most importantly:
Help people feel better in their bodies.
What Makes This Opportunity Different?
Build Your Own Practice
This is not a position where you simply fill appointment slots.
Our goal is to help therapists build a thriving and sustainable massage practice within Acupuncture Together.
You will have access to:
- Internal referrals
- Existing patient relationships
- Front desk support
- Marketing support
- Established systems
- A growing patient community
Entrepreneurial Freedom
We support therapists who want to grow professionally and financially.
Therapists are welcome to maintain and grow their own independent massage practice outside of scheduled ATA clinic hours.
Practice Space Access
When available, clinic space may be available for independent appointments outside of ATA operating hours, including:
- The private treatment room
- A community treatment table when appropriate
A modest room-use fee may apply.
We believe that when therapists grow, the clinic grows as well.
Collaborative Care
Work alongside experienced acupuncturists and wellness professionals in an integrated care environment.
Many patients benefit from coordinated care and often seek both acupuncture and massage therapy.
The ATA Growth Journey
Our primary goal is simple:
Help therapists build their own successful and sustainable massage practice.
Priority #1: Build Your One-on-One Massage Practice
Private appointments are available from day one.
Every clinic shift includes dedicated one-on-one massage availability.
Our goal is to help therapists develop a full schedule of repeat patients and create a thriving long-term practice within ATA.
As demand grows:
- More appointment availability may be added
- Additional shifts may be added
- Additional services may be developed
Priority #2: Community Therapeutic Massage
Community Therapeutic Massage is designed to introduce existing ATA patients to massage therapy and accelerate practice growth.
These sessions help create:
- Patient relationships
- Trust
- Visibility
- Repeat bookings
Community massage is not the destination.
It is a bridge to building a thriving private massage practice.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic massage treatments tailored to individual patient needs
- Support patients experiencing pain, injuries, stress, mobility limitations, and recovery challenges
- Maintain accurate chart notes in JaneApp
- Collaborate with acupuncturists and other wellness professionals
- Maintain professional standards, boundaries, and communication
- Contribute to a positive patient experience
- Help build and grow the Therapeutic Massage Program
Qualifications Required
- Active Texas Massage Therapy License
- Professional liability insurance
- Strong communication skills
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Ability to chart appropriately in JaneApp
Preferred Experience
- Therapeutic Massage
- Orthopedic Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Sports Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Stretch Therapy
- Pain Management
- Injury Recovery
- Prenatal Massage (preferred but not required)
We are not looking for a specific technique.
We are looking for a therapist who can adapt treatment to the needs of the person in front of them.
Sustainability Matters
We value therapists who understand that longevity matters.
We value therapists who:
- Use proper body mechanics
- Work efficiently
- Protect their hands, wrists, shoulders, neck, and back
- Utilize tools when appropriate
- Practice sustainable self-care
- Understand professional boundaries
The goal is not:
"How many massages can you survive doing?"
The goal is:
"How can you build a sustainable career helping people?"
Schedule Initial Launch Phase
Initial clinic availability is anticipated to include Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday shifts.
Final launch schedule will be determined based on candidate fit, onboarding progress, and patient demand.
Additional appointment availability and shifts may be added as patient demand grows.
This position begins part-time and is designed to grow into a larger practice opportunity for the right therapist.
Successful candidates should expect a planned onboarding and launch period of approximately 2–6 weeks following acceptance. This allows time for onboarding, marketing, scheduling setup, and patient outreach to support a successful start.
Compensation
Independent Contractor (1099)
60% Therapist / 40% ATA
Applies to:
- Community Therapeutic Massage
- Community Therapeutic Massage Plus
- Private Massage Sessions
- Massage Packages
- Membership Usage
Additional Compensation
- 100% of tips belong to the therapist
- 60% of collected late cancellation fees
- 60% of collected no-show fees
Startup Protection
- $25/hour minimum guarantee during launch phase
OR
Whichever is greater.
Who Thrives Here
People who thrive at ATA tend to be:
- Kind
- Professional
- Humble
- Ethical
- Reliable
- Growth-oriented
- Patient-centered
They care deeply about outcomes while treating every patient with dignity and respect.
Not a Good Fit If
- You are primarily seeking a spa environment
- You dislike collaboration
- You struggle with punctuality
- You avoid charting and documentation
- You are looking for an immediate full schedule
- You are not interested in growing a patient base
Hiring Process
- Resume Review
- Phone Interview
- In-Person Interview
- License Verification
- Hands-On Massage Evaluation
- Paid Working Interview #1
- Paid Working Interview #2
- Reference Checks
- Offer
- Onboarding
How To Apply
Please apply through Indeed.
To be considered, applicants must:
- Submit a current resume
- Complete all Indeed screening questions
- Have three professional references available upon request
Only complete applications will be considered.
We are not simply hiring a Massage Therapist.
We are looking for someone with strong ethics, a growth mindset, and a desire to help build something meaningful while building a thriving practice of their own.
Pay: $40.00 - $90.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently carry professional liability insurance or are you willing to obtain it before your start date?
- Our clinic is located in North Central Austin.
Is the commute realistic and sustainable for you on a regular basis?
- Do you have any professional, educational, family, or other commitments that could regularly interfere with your ability to reliably work the scheduled clinic shifts?
- Are you comfortable with the growth journey described in this posting, including the use of Community Therapeutic Massage as a patient acquisition and relationship-building strategy to help grow a long-term private massage practice? Please explain.
- Which of the following clinic days are you available to work on a regular basis? (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday)
- Which modalities or specialties do you regularly use in practice?
(mention all that apply)
Therapeutic Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Orthopedic Massage, Sports Massage, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial Release, Stretch Therapy, Prenatal Massage, Lymphatic Massage, Other
- What interests you most about this opportunity, and why do you believe you would be a good fit for Acupuncture Together?
- Imagine it is three years from now and your practice at Acupuncture Together is thriving. What does that look like to you?
- Are you currently maintaining, or interested in building, an independent massage practice outside of clinic hours? If so, please briefly describe your goals.
License/Certification:
- Texas Massage Therapy License? (Required)
Work Location: In person
