Acupuncturist

Job Description:

The Acupuncturist is responsible for the assessment and management of patients referred for acupuncture in various clinical settings.

The Challenges

Responsibilities and Duties

You will be responsible for the following:

• Assess and manage patients referred for acupuncture independently and implement appropriate treatment plans.

• Report to referring doctor and other members of the medical team.

• Document patient acupuncture records and ensure charging are done accurately.

• Comply with clinical and service standards.

• Practice within areas of professional competence and seek clinical support from supervisor / other healthcare professionals when appropriate.

• Collaborate with other healthcare members and participate in case conferences.

• Assist in the supervision of Health Assistants and staff nurses in the workgroup.

• Participate in departmental QC and other activities.

• Assist senior in inventory checks and upkeep of equipment and work area.

• Contribute to departmental in-service training programmes.

• Actively update acupuncture therapy knowledge and skills.

Job Requirements

Qualification:

• · Recognised Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
• · Registered with Singapore Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner’s Board.

Experience:

• · Able to perform a range of acupuncture therapies including acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping and electro-acupuncture.
• · Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• · Service oriented and customer focused.
• · A good team player who is able to work efficiently in a multi-disciplinary team.
• · Competent in IT Skills (Microsoft Excel/Word/Access/Powerpoint).