Osher Clinical Center Acupuncturist BWH

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Medical Director (or the Medical Director's designee) of the Osher Clinical Center and according to established policies and procedures, the acupuncturist will participate in the evaluation of patients in an integrative multi-disciplinary setting and perform acupuncture, electro-acupuncture and moxibustion on appropriately screened patients. Responsible for the daily organization, planning, delivery, documentation of and submitting of charges for acupuncture care.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews chart for contraindications/precautions for treatment
• Carefully inspects the area to be treated, check for edema, blisters, infection and rash
• Prepares the patient for the procedure by informing patient of treatment and intended effect via Brigham and Women's Informed Consent
• Properly positions, drapes and treats patient
• Observes/assesses patient for any unexpected and/or undesirable physical/emotional reactions and suspends treatment
• Documents service provided and completes charges as appropriate for services provided
• Maintains a safe environment, equipment and supplies in a clean, operable and safe manner
• Disposes of all needles in appropriate sharps, biohazard receptacle according to hospital and DPH procedures
• Adheres to all hospital, departmental and statutory infection control policies and procedures
• Reports status of supplies/inventory to designated Osher Clinical Center personnel
• Establishes and maintains effective professional relationships with Osher Clinical Center staff as well as all other multi-disciplinary team members
• Provides care in a cost-efficient manner
• Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies regarding patient confidentiality
• Follows screening procedures as established by departmental policies and procedures
• Attends all required meetings and conferences as directed
• Maintain a valid and current Massachusetts State acupuncture license
• A minimum of 30 hours every three years of continuing education
• Records all adverse responses to care
• Performs other relevant duties as assigned
• Herbal remedies are not dispersed

Qualifications

Required: Successful completion of examinations required by Massachusetts law, including the NCCAOM written and oral examination, the Clean Needle Technique course, and a Massachusetts oral and/or practical examination as required by relevant board rules and practices. Possess a valid, active and unrestricted Massachusetts State acupuncture license. Some college or Associate's Degree (minimum of two years of college training as defined in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts licensing requirements).

Preferred: Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred. Three letters of recommendation specifically addressing abilities and experience in acupuncture. At least one of the letters must be from a teacher or supervisor, and at least two of the letters must be from individuals with current (within the past two years) knowledge of applicant abilities.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required

• Must demonstrate effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Must maintain a professional attitude under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential
• Needs general knowledge on the workings of a medical practice
• Work requires regularly inputting/retrieving words or data into or from an automated/computer system
• Prior computer experience (Windows) is essential