Acupuncturist*

Job Summary: The Acupuncturist performs acupuncture and acupressure services when requested by the attending physician. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience: Graduate of a formal full-time acupuncture program with at least three years of comprehensive curriculum consisting of minimum one thousand three hundred fifty (1,350) hours of entry-level acupuncture education (including at least five hundred (500) clinical hours); or completion of an apprenticeship of at least four thousand (4,000) contact hours in a three to six year period (minimum of one hundred (100) different patients and five hundred (500) patient visits per year during the apprenticeship). Minimum one year of professional practice experience required. Minimum one year of experience working in the field of Chemical Dependency preferred.

Knowledge and Skills: Able to: read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.

Licensures and Certifications: Current license issued by the Acupuncture Committee of the Division of Allied Health Professionals of the Medical Board of California required.