Osher Center Integrative Medicine

Full Time

77959BR

Job Summary

The Integrative Medicine Acupuncture Specialist, working collaboratively with other practitioners and staff in a team-based approach to patient care, will provide services as a licensed acupuncturist in the state of California. The Acupuncturist reports directly to the Osher Center Practice Manager.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search

Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:

Department Description

The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine (OCIM) is a research, education, and clinical services program of the School of Medicine. The mission of the Osher Center is to scientifically research the effectiveness and value of integrative medicine; to provide patient approaches of proven value; to educate & train students and practitioners in the health professions in a new paradigm of relationship-centered medicine; and to disseminate information on the efficacy of integrative medicine to the medical community and the public.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as a Licensed Acupuncturist
• Strong academic & applied background in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Knowledge and application of TCM principles.
• Effective teaching skills as preceptor for clinical experience as well as teaching group classes.
• Successful completion of an approved 4-year acupuncture educational and training program, or an approved acupuncture tutorial program, or an apprenticeship.
• Successful completion of the Acupuncture examination administered by the State of California Acupuncture Board.
• Maintenance of continuing education: maintains an active license by meeting the requirements of State of California Acupuncture Board & focuses professional development in areas relevant to job assignment and career goals.
• Effective written and verbal communications skills with peers, patients/families, multidisciplinary team members.
• Ability to solve problems & make decisions through critical thinking process.
• Ability to counsel and educate others.
• Ability to work productively with people who have both similar and different backgrounds.
• Organization skills and ability to accomplish work without direct daily supervision.
• Computer skills including the ability to learn and effectively use the computerized clinical information and documentation systems used at UCSF Medical Center.
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience in a large academic medical center teaching hospital.
• Experience teaching and supervising Acupuncture interns or other students.
• 10 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine degree.

License/Certification

• Licensed Acupuncturist (LAc) in the State of California

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

006795 ACUPUNCTURIST 3 GF

Job Category

Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Contract

Percentage

80%

Appointment End Date

24-Aug-2024

Location

Mount Zion (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours