Job Description
The Acupuncture Therapist reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Acupuncture Therapist, in consultation with the patient’s primary care physician, administers acupuncture treatment for patients. This position works closely with the medical director to ensure that patient assessments and treatment plans are consistent with established clinical guidelines and protocols.
Responsibilities:
- Obtains a thorough medical history for new patients and performs a physical examination.
- Organizes information into clusters, identifies patterns of disharmony/disturbances in organs, devises a treatment plan.
- Administers acupuncture treatment, recommends herbal formulas, evaluates effects of treatment, makes modifications/adjustments, and provides follow-up visits.
- Collaborates with management to support marketing and program development initiatives (workshops, interviews, article writing).
- Attends and actively participates in 75% of case management presentations and presents at least one clinical case every six months.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- Licensed Acupuncture (IL).
- Diploma or certificate of completion from a fully accredited college of Chinese medicine.
- Current malpractice insurance.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience.
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in nursing or related field.
Additional Information
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
