Acupuncturist job description
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Example acupuncturist requirements on a job description
Acupuncturist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in acupuncturist job postings.
Sample acupuncturist requirements
- Licensed in acupuncture by relevant authority.
- Thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology.
- Proficiency in the use of needles and other related equipment.
- Knowledge of herbal medications and treatments.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Sample required acupuncturist soft skills
- Able to work calmly and effectively in stressful situations.
- Ability to build relationships with patients.
- Ability to think critically and solve problems.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Compassionate and caring demeanor.
Acupuncturist job description example 1
OneSpaWorld acupuncturist job description
This is a International Shipboard Position on cruise ships
The Company
OneSpaWorld is a worldwide provider and innovator in the fields of beauty, wellness, rejuvenation and transformation across the globe on cruise ships and on land. The company is dedicated to maintaining the highest quality standards and service delivery and is continually evolving to include all aspects of health and beauty while focusing on new advances within the spa, salon, fitness and wellness industry. Services include traditional and alternative massage, body and skincare treatment options, Ayurvedic treatments, comprehensive hair and nail services, mindfulness programs, fitness, acupuncture, herbal medicine, pain management, and Medi-Spa.
OneSpaWorld is looking to hire acupuncturists to work in their spas on board cruise ships throughout the world. Share your knowledge of acupuncture with the global community! Meet new cultures and see the world while you gain experience in your profession. This is an incredible opportunity to earn income while traveling the world! The position is commission based with a min. guarantee. Room/board are provided as well as acupuncture supplies. Acupuncturists have their own room on board. Flights to and from the ship on your first contract are included.
Position Summary:
An Acupuncturist administers the highest quality Acupuncture and Chinese medicine treatments to our on-board guests. They must possess a thorough knowledge of Chinese Medicine modalities (acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, etc.), and be able to communicate those concepts to guests. In addition, they must also possess a general understanding of all body treatments. They must have excellent communication skills and be able to learn the product and service knowledge necessary to effectively provide wellness solutions to meet the needs of our guests.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* To be on time for work, prompt with each appointment and to perform services within the appropriate time allocated.
* Provide consistent professional TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) services and treatments.
* Effectively inform and educate our guests about specific wellness concerns.
* Be flexible with scheduling, supporting the needs of the spa and guest.
* To properly care for equipment and use proper amounts of product to assist with cost control.
* Have complete knowledge and understanding of all services and products offered.
* Uphold the standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law, the vessel and the spa's policies and procedures.
* Properly clean and restock room as required.
* Handle guests' questions and concerns professionally and courteously.
* Possess the ability to work without direct supervision.
* Maintain a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality work environment.
* Regularly attend, participate in and support training and staff meetings for the spa.
Position requirements:
* Must have acupuncture diploma or credential
* Must be able to give an effective presentation as it relates to acupuncture and TCM.
* Enjoy working with people and possess a friendly and outgoing personality.
* Excellent communication and listening skills, as well as basic computer knowledge.
* Must be a team player.
Education and Experience Requirements: United States acupuncturists must hold a current valid state license and/or be certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
Acupuncturists educated outside the
United States must have graduated from a program that is educationally equivalent to that of the United States. Degree programs are reviewed on a case by case basis and should include approximately 2000 hours worth of classroom and clinical study in the field of acupuncture.
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, termination of employment.
BEHAVIORAL COMPENTENCIES
* Customer focused - Make service excellence a primary focus of one's actions; effectively meets service excellence; develops and sustains positive and productive service excellence; and takes responsibility for service excellence and loyalty.
* Builds trust - Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.
* Influencing others and facilitating decisions - Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance of products, service, or ideas from prospects and guests (customers).
* Collaboration and partnering - Identifies opportunities and takes action to build relationships between individuals, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals.
The Company
OneSpaWorld is a worldwide provider and innovator in the fields of beauty, wellness, rejuvenation and transformation across the globe on cruise ships and on land. The company is dedicated to maintaining the highest quality standards and service delivery and is continually evolving to include all aspects of health and beauty while focusing on new advances within the spa, salon, fitness and wellness industry. Services include traditional and alternative massage, body and skincare treatment options, Ayurvedic treatments, comprehensive hair and nail services, mindfulness programs, fitness, acupuncture, herbal medicine, pain management, and Medi-Spa.
OneSpaWorld is looking to hire acupuncturists to work in their spas on board cruise ships throughout the world. Share your knowledge of acupuncture with the global community! Meet new cultures and see the world while you gain experience in your profession. This is an incredible opportunity to earn income while traveling the world! The position is commission based with a min. guarantee. Room/board are provided as well as acupuncture supplies. Acupuncturists have their own room on board. Flights to and from the ship on your first contract are included.
Position Summary:
An Acupuncturist administers the highest quality Acupuncture and Chinese medicine treatments to our on-board guests. They must possess a thorough knowledge of Chinese Medicine modalities (acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, etc.), and be able to communicate those concepts to guests. In addition, they must also possess a general understanding of all body treatments. They must have excellent communication skills and be able to learn the product and service knowledge necessary to effectively provide wellness solutions to meet the needs of our guests.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* To be on time for work, prompt with each appointment and to perform services within the appropriate time allocated.
* Provide consistent professional TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) services and treatments.
* Effectively inform and educate our guests about specific wellness concerns.
* Be flexible with scheduling, supporting the needs of the spa and guest.
* To properly care for equipment and use proper amounts of product to assist with cost control.
* Have complete knowledge and understanding of all services and products offered.
* Uphold the standards of sanitation and sterilization as directed by law, the vessel and the spa's policies and procedures.
* Properly clean and restock room as required.
* Handle guests' questions and concerns professionally and courteously.
* Possess the ability to work without direct supervision.
* Maintain a positive attitude and contribute toward a quality work environment.
* Regularly attend, participate in and support training and staff meetings for the spa.
Position requirements:
* Must have acupuncture diploma or credential
* Must be able to give an effective presentation as it relates to acupuncture and TCM.
* Enjoy working with people and possess a friendly and outgoing personality.
* Excellent communication and listening skills, as well as basic computer knowledge.
* Must be a team player.
Education and Experience Requirements: United States acupuncturists must hold a current valid state license and/or be certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).
Acupuncturists educated outside the
United States must have graduated from a program that is educationally equivalent to that of the United States. Degree programs are reviewed on a case by case basis and should include approximately 2000 hours worth of classroom and clinical study in the field of acupuncture.
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, termination of employment.
BEHAVIORAL COMPENTENCIES
* Customer focused - Make service excellence a primary focus of one's actions; effectively meets service excellence; develops and sustains positive and productive service excellence; and takes responsibility for service excellence and loyalty.
* Builds trust - Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization.
* Influencing others and facilitating decisions - Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance of products, service, or ideas from prospects and guests (customers).
* Collaboration and partnering - Identifies opportunities and takes action to build relationships between individuals, teams, departments, units, or organizations to help achieve business goals.
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Acupuncturist job description example 2
Kaiser Permanente acupuncturist job description
Under the direction and supervision of the Sub-Chief of Physical Medicine, utilizes acupuncture to stimulate certain points on or near the surface of the body by the insertion of needles to prevent or modify the perception of pain or to normalize physiological functions. May perform or prescribe the use of oriental massage, acupressure, breathing techniques, exercise or nutrition, including the incorporation of drugless substances and herbs as dietary supplements to promote health.
Essential Functions:
- Provides medically necessary acupuncture, consults, assessments and treatments when requested/authorized by family physicians/specialists. Provides an accurate diagnosis, supported by medical findings based on standardized examination and techniques generally accepted by the medical community.
- This includes TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and Western diagnostic techniques. Produces complete, accurate, uniform and replicable examinations. Provides quality treatment to cure or relieve the medical condition causing the patient's complaint. Documents all treatments and patient's response to acupuncture therapy on patient's chart.
- When working in the Workers compensation system, states an opinion whether anatomic loss, functional loss and physical complaints of the patient are work-related, and writes a comprehensive medical report describing the degree of injury consistent with Workers Compensation terminology and requirements.
- Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- N/A.
Education
- Graduate of an accredited school and complete four academic years of education with a minimum of 1548 hours of theory including biology, organic biochemistry, physics, psychology, anatomy and physiology, pathology, nutrition and vitamins (400 hours); history of medicine, medical terminology (30 hours); clinical sciences such as internal medicine, pharmacology, neurology, surgery and clinical medicine including dentistry, nursing, chiropractic and homeopathy, western pharmacology and BLS (128) hours; Tai Chi, Chi Kung, traditional Oriental medicine theory and diagnosis, needling techniques, and acupressure (660 hours); herbology (300 hours including botany); practice management and ethics (30 hours); and 800 hours of clinical training.
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations
- Licensed to practice Acupuncture in the State of California.
- Maintain currency of Acupuncture licensure in the State of California.
- Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.
- BLS.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-graduate degree preferred; i.e., Ph.D. in related fields, N.D. (Doctor of Naturopathy), D.O.M. (Doctor of Oriental Medicine).
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Acupuncturist
LOCATION: San Bruno, California
REQNUMBER: 1115001
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Essential Functions:
- Provides medically necessary acupuncture, consults, assessments and treatments when requested/authorized by family physicians/specialists. Provides an accurate diagnosis, supported by medical findings based on standardized examination and techniques generally accepted by the medical community.
- This includes TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) and Western diagnostic techniques. Produces complete, accurate, uniform and replicable examinations. Provides quality treatment to cure or relieve the medical condition causing the patient's complaint. Documents all treatments and patient's response to acupuncture therapy on patient's chart.
- When working in the Workers compensation system, states an opinion whether anatomic loss, functional loss and physical complaints of the patient are work-related, and writes a comprehensive medical report describing the degree of injury consistent with Workers Compensation terminology and requirements.
- Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- N/A.
Education
- Graduate of an accredited school and complete four academic years of education with a minimum of 1548 hours of theory including biology, organic biochemistry, physics, psychology, anatomy and physiology, pathology, nutrition and vitamins (400 hours); history of medicine, medical terminology (30 hours); clinical sciences such as internal medicine, pharmacology, neurology, surgery and clinical medicine including dentistry, nursing, chiropractic and homeopathy, western pharmacology and BLS (128) hours; Tai Chi, Chi Kung, traditional Oriental medicine theory and diagnosis, needling techniques, and acupressure (660 hours); herbology (300 hours including botany); practice management and ethics (30 hours); and 800 hours of clinical training.
Licenses, Certifications, Registrations
- Licensed to practice Acupuncture in the State of California.
- Maintain currency of Acupuncture licensure in the State of California.
- Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.
- BLS.
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-graduate degree preferred; i.e., Ph.D. in related fields, N.D. (Doctor of Naturopathy), D.O.M. (Doctor of Oriental Medicine).
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Acupuncturist
LOCATION: San Bruno, California
REQNUMBER: 1115001
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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Acupuncturist job description example 3
Mayo Clinic acupuncturist job description
**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report, 2021-2022) and ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you'll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!
**Position description**
The acupuncturist performs all treatments and services in accordance with the State of Florida acupuncture licensing requirements. The Licensed Acupuncturist will provide acupuncture to patients, public, caregivers, and staff during business hours of the Integrative Medicine space. Duties include but are not limited to: review of medical record, health maintenance, illness, injury, and diagnosis as reported, and obtaining informed consent from patient. Actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
**Qualifications**
Graduate of an approved school of Oriental Medicine and/or Traditional Chinese Medicine accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) with a minimum of one thousand eight hundred fifty hours of training or licensed physician trained in acupuncture. Active status preferred as a Diplomate in Acupuncture of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Complete at least fifteen hours of board approved continuing education (CE) each year. Minimum of three years' experience in providing acupuncture services to the public. Beginning July 1, 2016, has submitted a full set of fingerprints to the board for the purpose of obtaining a state and federal criminal records check.
**Additional qualifications**
Hand hygiene; Acupuncture and Oriental medicine including traditional Chinese, Japanese, Five Element, Korean and Vietnamese traditions; clean needle technique including counting needles; needling approach including explanation of points used; and discussion of plan of care, recommendations and/ or resources.
**License or certification**
Active license to practice in the state of Florida. Successful completion of an NCCAOM clean needle technique course in addition to the infection control education required of all members of the medical staff.
**Exemption status**
Non-exempt
**Compensation Detail**
$37.22 - $55.86 / hour
**Benefits eligible**
No
**Schedule**
Supplemental/On-call/Per Diem
**Hours / Pay period**
supplemental/as needed
**Schedule details**
1-3 days/week, specific schedule negotiable
Clinic is open Monday - Saturday, 7AM - 5PM
**Weekend schedule**
Potential for Saturday patient care
**International Assignment**
No
**Site description**
Jacksonville is the largest city in area in the continental United States. A beautiful coastal Florida city that features excellent year-round climate, over 20 miles of beaches and outstanding outdoor recreational, cultural and family-oriented amenities. The "River City by the Sea" has an excellent school system, reasonable cost of living and a thriving business environment. Medical professionals and patients are drawn to Jacksonville by an extraordinary network of high-profile healthcare facilities. Jacksonville continues to grow as more people relocate from all over the U.S. and abroad, to see what the great River City has to offer!
**Recruiter**
Casondra Johnson
**EOE**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report, 2021-2022) and ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you'll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!
**Position description**
The acupuncturist performs all treatments and services in accordance with the State of Florida acupuncture licensing requirements. The Licensed Acupuncturist will provide acupuncture to patients, public, caregivers, and staff during business hours of the Integrative Medicine space. Duties include but are not limited to: review of medical record, health maintenance, illness, injury, and diagnosis as reported, and obtaining informed consent from patient. Actively partner with team members by fostering an inclusive work environment and respecting others with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
**Qualifications**
Graduate of an approved school of Oriental Medicine and/or Traditional Chinese Medicine accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM) with a minimum of one thousand eight hundred fifty hours of training or licensed physician trained in acupuncture. Active status preferred as a Diplomate in Acupuncture of the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). Complete at least fifteen hours of board approved continuing education (CE) each year. Minimum of three years' experience in providing acupuncture services to the public. Beginning July 1, 2016, has submitted a full set of fingerprints to the board for the purpose of obtaining a state and federal criminal records check.
**Additional qualifications**
Hand hygiene; Acupuncture and Oriental medicine including traditional Chinese, Japanese, Five Element, Korean and Vietnamese traditions; clean needle technique including counting needles; needling approach including explanation of points used; and discussion of plan of care, recommendations and/ or resources.
**License or certification**
Active license to practice in the state of Florida. Successful completion of an NCCAOM clean needle technique course in addition to the infection control education required of all members of the medical staff.
**Exemption status**
Non-exempt
**Compensation Detail**
$37.22 - $55.86 / hour
**Benefits eligible**
No
**Schedule**
Supplemental/On-call/Per Diem
**Hours / Pay period**
supplemental/as needed
**Schedule details**
1-3 days/week, specific schedule negotiable
Clinic is open Monday - Saturday, 7AM - 5PM
**Weekend schedule**
Potential for Saturday patient care
**International Assignment**
No
**Site description**
Jacksonville is the largest city in area in the continental United States. A beautiful coastal Florida city that features excellent year-round climate, over 20 miles of beaches and outstanding outdoor recreational, cultural and family-oriented amenities. The "River City by the Sea" has an excellent school system, reasonable cost of living and a thriving business environment. Medical professionals and patients are drawn to Jacksonville by an extraordinary network of high-profile healthcare facilities. Jacksonville continues to grow as more people relocate from all over the U.S. and abroad, to see what the great River City has to offer!
**Recruiter**
Casondra Johnson
**EOE**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024