Acupuncturist Pain Clinic Contingent

Essential Functions: Completes assessment of pain history and develops plan for acupuncture therapy in collaboration with pain team. Administers appropriate acupuncture theraputic care and procedures according to treatment plan and standard practices. Monitors patient's progress and adjusts treatment plan as necessary. Participates in care conferences with Pain Team to evaluate alternative care when goals of acupuncture are deemed ineffective. Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting treatment plan and response. Educates patients and families on the procedure and the risks and benefits of acupuncture. Provides education to other health care team members on the use of acupuncture. Adheres to customer service principles as defined by Nationwide Children's Hospital to both internal and external customers. Protects confidentiality of patients. Education and Certifications Education Requirement: Master's Degree or equivalent for obtaining certification, required. Licensure Requirement: Licensure by the Ohio Medical Board, required.

Certifications: Certification by the National board of Acupuncture or Oriental Medicine, required.

Skills: Acupuncture skills to meet board requirements. Experience

Experience: One year of practice or education in an integrated medicine environment, required. Experience with pediatric acupuncture, preferred.

Physical Requirements: Occasionally: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Sitting, Working at Heights Frequently: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Peripheral vision, Repetitive hand/arm use, Squat/kneel, Walking Continuously: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near, Standing Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified) "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision." EOE M/F/Disability/Vet The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We're 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.