independent contractor or employee...massage therapist wants to work in same office as chiropractor???
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Employee- the chiropractor pays in social security for you, provides you with an area to work and insures the building too.\nIndependent contractor- you are responsible for paying in your taxes, you have to set up and take down your stuff all the time, You have to provide your own insurance AND possibly have to pay rent to the chiropractor letting you use his/her space!
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Nice, Ermala. The health benefits of acupuncture, acupressure, and reflexology are verifiable and coming into acceptance.\n\nIt would be best if you also studied Chiropractic Medicine or Rolfing (Structural Reintegration) so you can set up a whole Studio of alternative therapies.\n\nCurrently, you can charge about $100/hour for such services. Not at all bad money. Add in little machines for ultrasound, a hot tub, a tanning salon, and you'll have a great business going.\n\nGood luck.
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You should have some basic forms for people to fill out with health history etc.\nYour school should teach you what conditions to avoid working on, what is contraindicated etc.\n\nAsk a few massage therapists that are already out of school if you can see the forms they use, make copies and keep them in a file.\nThen along with that, keep what you get in school, and the salon you work in, or other places you go may also have forms to use.\nKeep all your originals.(save for yourself -- I have been in business 10+ yrs & still have old papers like this in a file just in case I want to go back & change things)\nCompile the questions you think are the best or apply the most to where you are working.\nIf you are an employee of a salon, the owner will probably have to approve of it-- vs. if you are just renting space as an independent contractor.
770404
No, I am not massage therapist, but here are resume that can you help out.\nhttp://www.rileyguide.com\nhttp://www.susanireland.com\ntry monster, careerbuilder career center on resumes, interviews, tips and etc.
64959
Massage Therapists have a unique benefit of being allowed to have their own private practices, treat clients in their homes, and work for doctors, sports clubs, or any other business entity. Massage Therapists, who choose not to apply for their City Licenses, may practice in a medical, physical therapy, or chiropractic office. \n\nMassage Therapist who choose to work for themselves earn on average between $60 to $85 per massage.\n\nMassage Therapists who work for someone earn between $20 to $45 per hour. Massage Therapists that work in exclusive country clubs or health spas, earn an additional $10 to $20 per hour on tips given by appreciative clients.\n\nSome insurance companies will compensate the doctor, or the massage therapist directly, for the work performed at an average rate of $65 per massage.
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You might want to check with the spa/ salon first.  I bought a friend a gift certificate for a massage at a spa with all-inclusive prices - that is, the price of the service included the tip.  On the one hand, that's bad, because it doesn't give the client the latitude to withhold a tip if the service is bad.  On the other, my friend didn't have to worry about coming up with money for the tip.\n\nVisit the spa/ salon's website (if it has one), or else call, make your appointment and ask the person who answers the phone about their pricing/tipping policies.  She or he will be happy to tell you, and probably gets asked this question often.\n\nEnjoy it!
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If you had set hours, set tasks, and used his tools you probably aren't a independent contractor.  Are you sure this guy is a lawyer?  Look up his name on your local state bar website.  If he says he's a lawyer and he isn't, he's breaking the law.  A labor lawyer would have told you up front that you are considered an independent contractor because your situation is not uncommon.   Of course you have to pay taxes; the self-employment tax rate is 12.4% (up to a limit) for Social Security, and a 2.9% Medicare tax on all IC income.  There are some set guidelines on what makes an independent contractor.  Disputes usually occur when an employer wants to pay a worker under the table to avoid taxes. \nMy advice, seek out a pro-bono attorney.  There are law clinics for people who don't have a lot of money, or need assistance because they are new to the country.  Call you state and local bar association for information.  Check out the website Findlaw to read some basics on employment law.  Don’t fear the government if you owe back taxes.  Even if you were an independent contractor and failed to pay taxes on time the government will allow you to set up a payment plan.  One more thing, document everything - every discussion, phone call, message you have with your old employer.  You will need this information.\nGood luck!
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I can't tell you where to go. I live in Cali. But it definately isn't a thank-less job. It feels great knowing that you're making such a difference in so many people's lives. The work is very physical and you have to keep your body in good shape, certain muscles and tendons to be specific, or you won't last more than 2 or 3 years due to overuse injuries. Most schools have classes on how to prevent this and what to do to strengthen your body for the job. Another pro is that, at least in Cali, it costs much less for your education than 4 yr colleges. All colleges courses are designed differently, so you'd have to pick a few and look at their programs. They can assist you in which classes to take depending on what route you want to take with massage. yes, there are many. be it for relaxation purposes or a more holistic approach.  Good luck and have fun
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I would love to have a massage once and awhile..but I am a typical man. A bit chunky and a little hairy. I save the employees the grief and just do not go...I guess I should consider the waxings.......NAH!!
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I am not.  However, I have had physical jobs before, and like everything else, you get a second wind after work!  I am sure it is the same for massage therapists!  Or other people who are on their feet all day long -- dentists, dental hygienists, surgeons, stewardesses, etc., etc.Everyone likes to have a release.
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I am a retired Chiropractor.  Incomes vary widely, from less than $50,000 per year to several hundred thousand per year.\n\nMany factors can affect a Chiropractor's income;  years in practice, clinical skills, people skills, where you practice, how you practice, presence of 'managed care' in your state, etc.\n\nHope this is helpful.  \n\nRemember, a Chiropractor is usually 'self-employed'.  That means paying higher tax rates than salaried employees and no 'benefits' (health insurance, retirement, sick leave, worker's comp. insurance, paid vacations, etc.).  All of these 'additional expenses' must be paid from the doctor's income.
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In most cases the agent is an independent contractor.
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I'm an amateur cyclist - a bike racer. I have had lots of professional massages over the years by RMT's and students and a few girlfriends.\n\nI like a person who is able to get deep in the tissue but knows how to warm up and loosen up first. I like someone who has worked on fit people instead of old ladies and housewives, so understands where we get sore and exactly how much pressure we can take because we know how to breathe and relax. \n\nI like a room where the temp can be controlled effectively - sometimes its too hot, more often its too cold. \n\nI like someone who can budget the time effectively, so that I get a full, useful massage but the trouble spots get enough attention. \n\nThanks for asking, it's really hard to find someone good; there are lots of mediocre RMT's out there.
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Any professional therapist who decides to do erotic massage should have their license taken away for good and be charged with sexual misconduct! Professional massage therapists don't want that CRAP in their field! And if you know of anyone who's doing it - please report them to their State Department of License and Regulation!\nIf you want to find a good therapist go to "www.amta-massage.org" - That's the American Massage Therapy Association.
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I am a massage therapist as are many of my friends.  I work in the spa setting and I have a friend who works in the chiropractic setting.  She rarely receives tips from her clients.  But really, tipping is a personal decision.  If you feel like he/she really did help you, and you can afford to tip them...it is always greatly appreciated.
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Hello,\n\nMy employer uses Independent Contractors to work on some of our contracts (we also refer to Independent Contractors or 1099s). When we'd like to bring someone on as an IC, I issue a formal agreement between my company and the IC which outlines the relationship of the parties and the rights that each has.\n\nDue to IRS regulations, we have to be very careful to distinguish between an employee and an independent contractor. Were you issued an agreement? If so, that should outline each parties obligations to the other. If you can provide a bit more information as to a possible predicament you may be in, I might be able to help a bit more.