Osher Clinical Center Acupuncturist BWH

Mass General Brigham•Brookline, MA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Acupuncturist at the Osher Clinical Center participates in patient evaluation in an integrative, multidisciplinary setting and provides acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, and moxibustion to appropriately screened patients. Under the direction of the Medical Director or designee, the acupuncturist organizes, plans, delivers, documents, and submits charges for acupuncture care according to established policies and procedures. Herbal remedies are not dispersed.

Requirements

Complete examinations required by Massachusetts law, including the NCCAOM written and oral examinations, the Clean Needle Technique course, and a Massachusetts oral and/or practical examination as required by applicable board rules and practices.
Hold a valid, active, unrestricted Massachusetts acupuncture license.
Have some college or an associate degree, including at least two years of college training as defined by Massachusetts licensing requirements.
Demonstrate effective problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Maintain a professional attitude under pressure.
Have excellent interpersonal skills.
Have general knowledge of the workings of a medical practice.
Be able to regularly input and retrieve words or data using an automated or computer system.
Have prior Windows computer experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Three letters of recommendation addressing acupuncture abilities and experience. At least one must be from a teacher or supervisor, and at least two must be from people with current knowledge of the applicant’s abilities, within the past two years.

Responsibilities

Review patient charts for contraindications and precautions before treatment.
Inspect the treatment area for edema, blisters, infection, or rash.
Explain the treatment and its intended effect and obtain informed consent using the hospital’s process.
Position and drape patients appropriately and provide treatment.
Observe and assess patients for unexpected or undesirable physical or emotional reactions, and suspend treatment when appropriate.
Document services provided and complete applicable charges.
Maintain a safe environment and keep equipment and supplies clean, operable, and safe.
Dispose of needles in appropriate sharps or biohazard receptacles according to hospital and Massachusetts Department of Public Health procedures.
Follow hospital, departmental, and statutory infection-control policies and procedures.
Report supply and inventory status to designated Osher Clinical Center personnel.
Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with Osher Clinical Center staff and multidisciplinary team members.
Provide care in a cost-efficient manner.
Follow hospital and departmental patient-confidentiality policies.
Follow departmental patient-screening procedures.
Attend required meetings and conferences.
Maintain a valid, current Massachusetts acupuncture license and complete at least 30 hours of continuing education every three years.
Record all adverse responses to care.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned.