Licensed Acupuncturist - Integrative Medicine & Benefits

NEMS; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, dental and vision

401(k) company contribution

Job summary

NEMS is seeking a licensed acupuncturist in San Francisco to deliver comprehensive acupuncture and related therapies under physician referrals.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, California licensure, and 2 years of practice, with fluency in English and Cantonese/Mandarin. Responsibilities include history taking, diagnosis, treatment planning, and thorough documentation in the EHR.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience working as an acupuncturist is required.
• Master's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine or Oriental Medicine (ACAOM accredited).
• Post-graduate degree preferred; i.e., Ph.D. in related fields, N.D. (Doctor of Naturopathy), D.O.M. (Doctor of Oriental Medicine).
• NCCAOM Certification (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) preferred.
• Must possess a current/valid Licensed Acupuncturist from the State of California.
• Current documentation of Basic Life Support is required.

Responsibilities

• Taking a detailed case history; that may involve questioning patients about their physical and emotional health history, lifestyle and diet.
• Making a diagnosis and devising a personalized treatment plan.
• Explaining the diagnosis and treatment to the patient and responding to their questions and concerns.
• Providing an accurate diagnosis, supported by medical findings based on standardized examination and techniques generally accepted by the medical community.
• Treating by inserting fine needles into the skin at particular locations to stimulate the energy flow along meridians and the body’s healing response.
• Documenting all treatments and patient's response to acupuncture therapy on patient's chart in EHR.
• Performing other job duties as required by Integrative Medicine manager.

Skills

English proficiency

Cantonese/Mandarin

2 years experience

EHR documentation

Education

Master's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine or Oriental Medicine

ACAOA/NCCAOM certifications preferred

California Licensed Acupuncturist

Basic Life Support

Tools

EHR system

Job description

NEMS is seeking a licensed acupuncturist in San Francisco to deliver comprehensive acupuncture and related therapies under physician referrals.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, California licensure, and 2 years of practice, with fluency in English and Cantonese/Mandarin. Responsibilities include history taking, diagnosis, treatment planning, and thorough documentation in the EHR.