Licensed Acupuncturist

Root Whole Body•Portland, OR

About The Position

You’re a perpetual student in this journey called life. Always learning. Always improving. Never settling. You take pride in your work and are dedicated to your craft. You use your magic for good; healing the world one body, one person at a time. If you have the opportunity to change a life today, you will. You believe in the power of natural medicine – and you view health holistically – physically, mentally, emotionally. You are honored and humbled that someone may put their health and wellness in your hands, and you honor that trust graciously. You (or your inner circles) may have experienced a health challenge in the past, which makes you even more caring and empathetic to those who walk through our doors. You’re a high-touch warrior in a high-tech world that needs you more than ever. If you resonate with our mission of bringing life-affirming health care to all, we are looking for the right healers in naturopathic, acupuncture, nutrition and mental health to join our cause. Please drop us a line and let’s start a conversation. Thank you for your attention and resume healing the world. Who we are: Root Whole Body is a holistic, integrative health and wellness center that serves as a ‘one-stop’ sanctuary for those seeking a holistic approach to their health and well-being. Our whole-body health center in Portland, OR houses a natural medicine clinic, wellness spa, movement studio and healthy plant-based café all under one roof. We are on a mission to inspire a natural approach to one’s health and wellbeing and to make self-care accessible to all.

Requirements

Doctorate or Masters of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
Credentialing from a nationally recognized licensing body
Active Acupuncture License in the state of Oregon
3-5 years' experience with demonstrated ability to attract and retain patients
Experience with acute and chronic care
Active Liability and malpractice insurance
Strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

Presents a safe, professional and approachable persona toward patients and co-workers
Adheres to a high professional image standard in dress, appearance, language, and lifestyle
Performs and records initial health history, assessment and evaluation of patients
Performs and records all sessions performed using appropriate diagnosis, treatment and billing codes according to established guidelines
Diagnose, prescribe and treat patients with appropriate Chinese medicine techniques – acupuncture, cupping, moxa, acupressure as required
Completes personalized prescription which may include treatment plan, supplements, complementary practices and products
Practices the highest standard of sanitation, neatness, and visual presentation
Maintains treatment rooms and common space neat and stocked at all times
Actively builds new patients and increases client retention
Contributes towards a healthy, growing and abundant clinic
Provides written and video content for blog, social media and livestream events
Establish external relationships/partnerships within the community
Invest in continuing self-education to ensure growth
Interacts cooperatively with other Root therapists and clinicians to provide a seamless guest experience and refer for services as needed
Attends and participates in all general, team and required meetings
Sets and achieves goals and targets