Licensed Acupuncturist
Gotham Enterprises Ltd, United States
Job Description
Join our Growing Team as a Licensed Acupuncturist in New Jersey
Do you have a passion for helping patients overcome pain without the use of medication or surgery? Are you a Licensed Acupuncturist based in New Jersey? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our multidisciplinary clinic
About Us At our clinic, we are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and are looking for like-minded practitioners to join us. We prioritize patient recovery and are committed to making a difference in their lives. As our team continues to expand, we are seeking experienced Licensed Acupuncturists who share our mission of helping patients achieve pain relief through alternative methods.
This position is responsible for providing acupuncture treatments. The incumbent treats patients using tools such as needles, ear seeds, pellets, and topical herbal liniments and for utilizing manual techniques such as acupressure, shiatsu and tuina to help promote, restore and maintain patient health. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care.
Responsibilities
• Verifies medical records including the physician's orders for acupuncture, reviews their medical file for contraindications/precautions for treatment.
• Collects medical history and general health and lifestyle information from patients.
• Analyzes physical findings and medical history to make diagnoses according to eastern medicine.
• Works with each patient to develop a treatment plan and strategy based on their diagnoses as well as individual needs.
• Explains procedure and discusses individualized treatment.
• Inspects area to be treated looking for edema, blisters, and/or rash, and if present, reports issues to physician/nurse before beginning treatment.
• Provides acupuncture treatments as determined by the patient's treatment plan.
• Observes and assesses patient for any unexpected or undesirable physical/emotional reactions. When necessary, suspends treatment, and provides appropriate intervention. Reports adverse reactions to physician/nurse as indicated.
• Maintains detailed and complete records, health care plans and prognoses.
• Evaluates and refers patients to topics such as meditation, ergonomics, stretching, exercise, nutrition, the healing process, breathing, and relaxation techniques.
• Evaluates treatment outcomes and makes treatment recommendations as necessary to further promote, restore, or maintain health.
Requirements
Qualifications
• Be able to establish empathy and a person-centered approach to clients
• Ability to recognize own limitations and respond to difficult situations
• Skillfully work in a self-motivated and independent way
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with team members as well as clients
• Strong dedication of wellness lifestyle
• Master’s degree in related field
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in related field
• Certifications from National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
• Board certified in specialty
• Licensed in state of practice
Benefits
Benefits
• Full time or Part time
• Monday - Friday
• Compensation And Benefits
• Salary Range: $90-$125 per year
• Bonus/commission pay
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• We offer competitive compensation, a great work environment, and the resources to help you thrive