Elixir Acupuncture Center is actively seeking a skilled and compassionate Acupuncturist to join our team. We are looking for someone excited to grow their business within a respected brand, working together with specialists in other disciplines to improve patient outcomes.

As an Acupuncturist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality acupuncture treatments to our patients, promoting their overall health and well-being. Your expertise in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture techniques, and holistic healing will be crucial in helping individuals achieve optimal physical and mental health.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in staff development mentoring, education, and guidance.
• Willingness to participate in educational initiatives for staff, community and professional audiences
• Perform examination and treatment of various pathologies
• Integration with other disciplines within Hornell Chiropractic to deliver a comprehensive coordinated approach to care
• Formulation of a plan of care for treatment and ability to communicate with patient the course of treatment moving forward
• Ability to treat with local acupuncture (for acute, localized injuries)
• Knowledge of utilizing cupping, electro-acupuncture a plus
• Trigger point acupuncture/dry needling
• Palpation skills, ability to identify muscles and have anatomy knowledge
• Identify precise locations on a patient’s body where needles should be inserted, or where electrical or heat stimulation is to be applied
• Explain acupuncture procedures to patients and prepare them for treatment

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay:

$20.00 - $75.00 per hour + Bonuses

Schedule:

• 4-hour shift
• 8-hour shift
• Choose your own hours

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with specialists and other healthcare professionals within Hornell Chiropractic to design and deliver a comprehensive and coordinated approach to patient care.
• Participate in staff development mentoring, education, and guidance to enhance the team's overall expertise.
• Willingness to engage in educational initiatives for staff, community, and professional audiences to promote awareness and understanding of acupuncture and holistic healing.
• Perform thorough examinations of patients to diagnose various pathologies and develop personalized treatment plans.
• Utilize local acupuncture techniques for acute, localized injuries.
• Employ additional techniques such as cupping, electro-acupuncture, and trigger point acupuncture/dry needling as needed for specific cases.
• Demonstrate strong palpation skills and extensive anatomy knowledge to identify precise treatment locations on the patient's body.
• Explain acupuncture procedures to patients and ensure they are prepared and comfortable for treatment.
• Formulate a clear and effective plan of care, communicating the treatment process to patients and managing their expectations.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3+ years of experience in acupuncture practice.
• Clinical expertise with a focus on differential diagnosis.
• Continuing Education Units (CEUs) involving sports medicine acupuncture or trigger point acupuncture are considered a plus.
• Expertise or certification in a subspecialty area is preferred.
• Capability to handle all aspects of acupuncture scope of practice effectively.
• Strong communication skills to interact with patients and collaborate with the healthcare team.
• Desire and ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Effective multitasking and time management skills to manage patient appointments efficiently.
• Intermediate knowledge of medical billing and insurance processes to facilitate seamless patient experiences.
• Punctuality in completing treatments on time to maintain a smooth appointment flow.
• The job requires frequent walking, standing, and sitting.
• Employees must use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
• The ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear is necessary.
• Regular lifting and/or moving of up to 10 pounds is expected.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, and depth perception, are required.

Benefits:

• Flexible job types: full-time, part-time, or contract, allowing for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for bonus pay based on performance and patient satisfaction.
• Exposure to various medical specialties, including Holistic Medicine, Pain Medicine, and Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Schedule flexibility with the choice of 4-hour or 8-hour shifts and the option to customize your own hours.
• The chance to work within a respected brand, promoting your business growth and building a strong professional reputation.
• Access to a collaborative and supportive work environment, fostering continuous learning and professional development.
• Work location: In-person, allowing for direct patient interactions and personalized care.

Apply with us now!