Senior Naturopathic Doctor & Herbalist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Generous compensation package

Advanced clinical training

Hybrid work schedule

Access to herbal pharmacy

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Bloemfontein offers a Senior Naturopathic Doctor & Herbalist role blending in-person consultations with remote telehealth. The role emphasizes phytochemistry, botanical medicine, and integrative care with conventional practitioners.

You will educate patients, develop herbal protocols, and mentor junior staff while staying current with naturopathic research and clinical best practices.

Competenze

• ND with licensure to practice naturopathic medicine in SA.
• 8+ years clinical experience focused on plant-based therapies.
• Strong knowledge of phytochemistry and herb-drug interactions.
• Experience with telehealth and patient education roles.

Mansioni

• Assess patients comprehensively and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Create personalized plans using botanical medicine and nutrition.
• Prescribe and prepare herbal remedies with safe dosages.
• Educate patients on herbs and safe usage.
• Stay abreast of naturopathic research and protocol development.
• Collaborate with conventional practitioners for integrated care.
• Mentor junior staff and interns in naturopathic practice.
• Deliver educational workshops on herbal medicine.

Conoscenze

Naturopathic medicine

Herbal medicine

Botanical pharmacology

Diagnostic reasoning

Patient education

Formazione

Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND)

Strumenti

Telehealth platforms

Herbal preparation & pharmacopoeia

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is a leading integrated health clinic focused on personalized, evidence-based natural medicine. They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Naturopathic Doctor & Herbalist to join their team in Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA. This hybrid role allows for both in-person patient consultations and remote telehealth services, offering flexibility and broad reach. You will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a wide range of health conditions using naturopathic principles and advanced herbal therapeutics. This position requires a deep understanding of phytochemistry, botanical medicine, and the ability to integrate traditional knowledge with modern scientific understanding. You will play a key role in patient education and the development of our clinic's specialized herbal protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical exams, and diagnostic testing interpretation.
• Develop personalized treatment plans utilizing botanical medicine, nutritional therapy, lifestyle counseling, and other naturopathic modalities.
• Prescribe and prepare herbal remedies, ensuring appropriate dosages and contraindications are considered.
• Provide patient education on the therapeutic properties of various herbs and their safe use.
• Stay at the forefront of research in naturopathic medicine and herbal therapeutics.
• Collaborate with conventional medical practitioners to ensure integrated patient care.
• Mentor and guide junior practitioners and interns in naturopathic and herbal practice.
• Develop and deliver educational workshops and seminars on herbal medicine and natural health.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records in compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) from an accredited institution.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice Naturopathic Medicine in Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA.
• Minimum of 8 years of clinical experience with a strong emphasis on botanical medicine and herbalism.
• Extensive knowledge of plant pharmacology, materia medica, and herb-drug interactions.
• Proven ability to diagnose and treat complex health conditions naturally.
• Excellent diagnostic, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, counseling, and patient education abilities.
• Experience with telehealth platforms and remote patient management.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field.

Benefits

• Generous compensation package commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Opportunities for advanced clinical training and professional development.
• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary clinic environment.
• Access to a comprehensive herbal pharmacy and diagnostic tools.
• Paid time off and employee benefits.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule allowing for both in-person and remote practice.
• Contribution towards professional association memberships and licensing fees.