acupuncturist

Education

• College / CEGEP

Tasks

• Diagnose patient illnesses and minor injuries, such as allergies and muscle strains or sprains
• Diagnose physiological disorders and injuries of patients
• Treat patients by administering, in chemical or herbal form, a small dosage of a remedy made from natural substances or by suggesting lifestyle changes
• Treat the diseases, physiological disorders and injuries of patients
• Advise patients on the use of herbs for the treatment of conditions
• Manipulate or apply pressure to various parts of the body, hands and feet
• Provide other alternative forms of health care to patients
• Treat patients by the insertion of acupuncture needles or through stimulation techniques

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Registration by the appropriate provincial or territorial authority for acupuncturists

Type of treatment experience

• Pain management

Area of specialization

• Acupuncture
• Chinese medicine

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Sitting

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 30 to 35 hours per week