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Assistant Coordinator, Acupuncture

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University of Maryland

Job Description

Position Number:

51622259

Title:

Acupuncturist

Functional Title:

Assistant Coordinator, Acupuncture

Category Status:

34-Exempt Contingent Category 1

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

.50

Unit:

VPSA-UHC-Health Education Sum

Hiring Range Minimum:

$48.00 per hour

Hiring Range Maximum:

$52.00 per hour

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.

Vaccine Protocol

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

Provide treatment of symptoms and disorders using sterile thin, solid, metal needles and other acupuncture tools and non-invasive treatments (acupressure, etc.) to restore and maintain health through the stimulation of specific points on the body; May also provide preventive treatments.

Provide Patient Treatment (including treatment plans, patient education, referrals, etc.) 75%
Administrative Time (Document patient treatment plan, Billing/Coding, preparing treatment room, supply requests etc.) 15%
Performing General Physical Activities 5%
Maintenance of License (professional development, adherence to local, state and federal laws, regulations and statute)s 5%
Maintenance of License (professional development, adherence to local, state and federal laws, regulations and statute)s 5%

Minimum Qualifications:

Education (include licenses, certification, etc.):
Licensed Acupuncturist or Diplomate of Acupuncture or Master of Acupuncture, Master of Science Traditional Chinese Medicine, or Doctorate of Acupuncture Chinese Medicine,

Experience:
3-5 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Near Vision/Visual Acuity – to see details up close
Conduct Annual Peer Review

REQUIRED: Active Licensure in State of Maryland
Preferences: Credentialed with major insurance carriers


Posting Date:

05/16/2022

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

05/30/2022

Physical Demands

Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials to perform duties; Visual Acuity and Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects; Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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