Acupuncturist

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City

Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Employment type: Full-time

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Description (EN)

We are looking for an acupuncturist to be responsible for performing acupuncture on patients. The responsibilities of an acupuncturist include preparing herbal treatments, collecting the medical history of patients, and treating patients using needles and other tools.

To be successful as an acupuncturist, you should demonstrate compassion, possess knowledge of laws and regulations, and a strong interest in alternative medicine. Ultimately, a top-notch acupuncturist should be accredited, equipped with proven acupuncturist experience, and strong analytical skills.

Acupuncturist Responsibilities:
Treating patients with needles, cups, ear balls, seeds, pellets, and supplements.
Preparing herbal treatments to treat patients.
Assessing patients to make diagnoses.
Collating medical histories.
Developing treatment plans.
Analyzing physical findings and medical records to make a diagnosis.
Monitoring progress.
Ensuring a safe and healthy environment.
Abiding by laws and regulations.
Acupuncturist Requirements:
Accreditation as an acupuncturist.
License to practice acupuncture.
Good analytical skills.
Compassion for patients.
Administrative skills.
Good communication skills.

About Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)

SSMC is the largest tertiary hospital in the UAE and serves to elevate the provision of health care services in the nation under the mandate of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.

Supported by the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities available, SSMC offers care in 44 specialties. A team of locally and internationally trained medical, clinical and admin professionals work seamlessly together, which promotes comprehensive interdisciplinary learning, allowing SSMC to become a leading hub for integrated patient-centric medical services in the region.

As the region’s leading tertiary facility, SSMC has 742 patient beds, 18 operating theatres, and includes a hybrid operating room, 26-bed neonatal intensive care unit, and the UAE’s largest pathology lab.

At SSMC, we firmly believe that the human touch is a fundamental part of care. We understand that health care is both an art and a science, running deeper than simply diagnosing and treating those who rely on us. Our SSMC Model of Care puts our patients at the forefront of our purpose and at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that the needs of our patients come first. Every one of our patients receives individualized attention from a multidisciplinary team of experts who collaborate closely to deliver trusted and compassionate care. From the very first point of contact with SSMC, to the moment patients are back home, we ensure speciality-specific care at every stage and in every interaction. As one of the largest tertiary hospitals in the UAE, SSMC provides access to specialist medical treatments and advanced diagnostics, with a commitment to becoming a Destination Medical Center in the UAE and wider region.

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