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Acupuncture, Doctor Of
Employer
Alberta College of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese MedicineDate Posted
April 21, 2022Languages
English-
Location Calgary, AB
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Earnings $20.00 to $35.00 hourly (to be negotiated)
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Work Hours 16 to 40 hours per week
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Position Permanent Part Time Leading to Full Time
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Vacancies 1  Vacancy
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Closing Date May 21, 2022
Employer
Alberta College of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine
Languages
English
Education
- College/CEGEP
- or equivalent experience
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Registration by the appropriate provincial or territorial authority for acupuncturists
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Area of Specialization
- Acupuncture
- Chinese medicine
Work Setting
Health care institution, facility or clinic
Specific Skills
- Provide other alternative forms of health care to patients
- Manipulate or apply pressure to various parts of the body, hands and feet
- Diagnose the diseases, physiological disorders and injuries of patients and treat them
- Advise patients on the use of herbs for the treatment of conditions
- Diagnose illnesses and treat them by administering, in chemical or herbal form, a small dosage of the illness itself
- Treat patients by the insertion of acupuncture needles or through stimulation techniques
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Repetitive tasks
- Physically demanding
- Manual dexterity
- Attention to detail
- Ability to distinguish between colours
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Standing for extended periods
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
- Tight deadlines
Personal Suitability
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Client focus
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Organized
How to Apply
Anyone who can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your job application.
Important notice: This job posting has been provided by an external employer.The Government of Alberta and the Government of Canada are not responsible for the accuracy, authenticity or reliability of the content.
Interest Codes
- SOCIAL
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Interest in co-ordinating information about patients' general physical conditions obtained from physicals and medical tests, and by observing and interviewing patients
- INNOVATIVE
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Interest in precision working to insert acupuncture needles at precise points to correct energy imbalances in the body to treat disorders, relieve pain, and improve and maintain health
- METHODICAL
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Interest in mentoring patients by diagnosing and treating disorders and injuries using the established techniques and methods of acupuncture and other therapies
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
Abilities
Compared to my abilities
The abilities related to this job are shown along with your selected abilities.
Mental Abilities
General Learning Ability
Verbal Ability
Numerical Ability
Visual Abilities
Spatial Perception
Form Perception
Clerical Perception
Physical Abilities
Motor Coordination
Finger Dexterity
Manual Dexterity
Interest Codes
- SOCIAL
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Interest in co-ordinating information from patient interviews, examinations and medical tests to diagnose conditions
- INNOVATIVE
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Interest in precision working with medicines, dietary supplements and acupuncture equipment to treat disorders
- DIRECTIVE
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Interest in mentoring patients by diagnosing diseases and providing traditional Chinese medicine practices as an alternative form of health care and treatment
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
Interest Codes
- SOCIAL
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Interest in analyzing information provided by patients concerning health problems and disorders
- INNOVATIVE
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Interest in handling varieties of herbs used as sources of healing; may sell these herbs
- DIRECTIVE
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Interest in instructing patients on the proper use of herbs to treat disorders
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
Abilities
Compared to my abilities
The abilities related to this job are shown along with your selected abilities.
Mental Abilities
General Learning Ability
Verbal Ability
Numerical Ability
Visual Abilities
Spatial Perception
Form Perception
Clerical Perception
Physical Abilities
Motor Coordination
Finger Dexterity
Manual Dexterity
Interest Codes
- SOCIAL
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Interest in analyzing information provided by patients concerning illnesses and health problems
- INNOVATIVE
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Interest in precision working with chemical and herbal forms of illnesses to administer small dosages to patients for treatment purposes
- DIRECTIVE
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Interest in mentoring patients by providing homeopathic health care and by suggesting lifestyle changes
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
Abilities
Compared to my abilities
The abilities related to this job are shown along with your selected abilities.
Mental Abilities
General Learning Ability
Verbal Ability
Numerical Ability
Visual Abilities
Spatial Perception
Form Perception
Clerical Perception
Physical Abilities
Motor Coordination
Finger Dexterity
Manual Dexterity
Interest Codes
- SOCIAL
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Interest in analyzing information provided by patients to determine appropriate pressure points for applying reflexology techniques
- INNOVATIVE
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Interest in manipulating specific areas of patients' hands and feet by applying finger pressure to appropriate spots to promote well-being
- METHODICAL
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Interest in assisting patients with their health conditions by providing an alternative form of health care through the application of reflexology methods and techniques
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
Abilities
Compared to my abilities
The abilities related to this job are shown along with your selected abilities.
Mental Abilities
General Learning Ability
Verbal Ability
Numerical Ability
Visual Abilities
Spatial Perception
Form Perception
Clerical Perception
Physical Abilities
Motor Coordination
Finger Dexterity
Manual Dexterity
Interest Codes
- SOCIAL
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Interest in analyzing information provided by patients to determine areas and body structure requiring realignment and appropriate techniques to use
- INNOVATIVE
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Interest in manipulating various parts of the body, such as the legs and shoulders, to realign body structures as a form of treatment for reducing chronic pain and stress
- METHODICAL
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Interest in assisting patients with their health problems by providing an alternative form of health care through the systematic manipulation techniques used in rolfing
The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.