- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 hours per week
- Education: College/CEGEP
- Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Work setting
Health care institution, facility or clinic
Tasks
Diagnose patient illnesses and minor injuries, such as allergies and muscle strains or sprains Treat patients by administering, in chemical or herbal form, a small dosage of a remedy made from natural substances or by suggesting lifestyle changesTreat the diseases, physiological disorders and injuries of patientsAdvise patients on the use of herbs for the treatment of conditionsManipulate or apply pressure to various parts of the body, hands and feetProvide other alternative forms of health care to patientsTreat 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
Area of specialization
AcupunctureChinese medicineHerbal medicine
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detailCombination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
Client focusEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityJudgementOrganizedReliabilityTeam player
Employment terms options
Flexible hours
Employment terms options
To be determinedDayWeekend
Support for newcomers and refugees
Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Support for mature workers
Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
