Acupuncturist, PRN

Dolly Parton Children's Hospital; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Dolly Parton Children#39;s Hospital in Tennessee seeks a licensed acupuncturist to provide pediatric acupuncture and adjunctive therapies as part of a comprehensive care team. Responsibilities include coordinating care, educating families about therapy, and monitoring responses to treatment.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Tennessee licensure, NCCAOM certification, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
• Licensed Acupuncturist with Tennessee Board of Acupuncture and NCCAOM.
• 1 year pediatric acupuncture or 3 years acupuncture practice.
• Formal training in pediatric acupuncture and non-needle therapies.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Verifies integrative therapy order for acutherapy.
• Collects comprehensive patient data (history, meds, plan).
• Confirms timing for acupuncturist visits with care team/family.
• Develops plans for acupuncture and adjunctive therapies with family.
• Educates patients/families on risks and benefits of therapy.
• Delivers therapies tailored to diagnosis and distressing symptoms.
• Monitors response and adjusts therapy as needed.
• Elicits patient/family feedback and responds accordingly.
• Documents treatment and response per HIPAA.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to optimize therapy.
• Maintains clean environment and equipment per policy.
• Maintains professional appearance per dress code.

Skills

Pediatric acupuncture

Communication skills

Patient education

Team collaboration

Data collection

HIPAA compliance

Education

Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOBThe provision of comprehensive approach to pediatric healthcare with complimentary acutherapy treatment for acute and/or chronic pain and symptom management and prevention complimenting the medical treatment to enhance healing and improve overall wellness. Conditions and symptoms may include but are not limited to the following:Symptoms: pain (head, abdomen, musculoskeletal, postoperative), neuropathy, contractures, fatigue, cramping, nausea/vomiting, constipation, insomnia, tension, stress, anxietyConditions: Cancer, Sickle Cell Disease, Cerebral Palsy, Inflammatory Bowel Disorders, Fibromyalgia, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, Mitochondrial Disease, Post Surgical Pain.REPORTS TONurse Manager or Nursing DirectorJOB REQUIREMENTSSupervisory Responsibilities: NOMinimum Education: Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental MedicineDegree: Master’s RequiredLicense/Certification Required: Licensed Acupuncturist with Tennessee Board of Acupuncture and accredited with the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)Minimum Work Experience: One year of experience in pediatric acupuncture or Three years of professional practice in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Formal training in pediatric acupuncture and non-needle pediatric acupuncture therapies. Current Basic Life Support (BLS)certification.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESDemonstrates knowledge of pediatric acupunctureKnowledge of applicable DPCH policies and external regulationsExcellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary team membersAbility to educate patients, families and staffBasic computer skillsMaintains and increases knowledge of pediatric acupuncture and adjunctive therapyDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESVerifies integrative therapy order for acutherapyCollects comprehensive data pertinent to the healthcare needs of patients including medical history, diagnosis, medications and current treatment planConfirms with care team and family appropriate timing for acupuncturist visitWorks with each patient and family to develop plans for acupuncture and adjunctive therapies consistent with organizational polices, professional regulations and state regulations.Educate patients and family on acupuncture therapy including risks and benefits.Provides acupuncture therapies specific to patient’s diagnosis and distressing symptoms considering developmental stage, sensory needs, patient toleranceMonitors patient response to therapy and modifies therapy as neededElicit patient and family feedback on provided therapy and respond accordinglyProvides education to patients and family specific to therapy providedDocuments treatment and response following HIPAA complianceCollaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize acupuncture therapy experienceMaintain clean environment and acupuncture equipment and supplies in compliance with DPCH infection control policiesPresent professional appearance in compliance with DPCH dress codeApproximately 6-10 hours as week depending on patient census and needsPerform other duties as assignedPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS-Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.Heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling is required up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20-30 lbs frequently, and 10lbs constantly to move objects of up to 150 lbs. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure to lifting or moving of up to 150 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting squatting, reaching, and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.Come work where you can make a difference everyday.