HEALTH/MEDICAL SERVICES

2394-13 Acupuncturist

Treats disorders and illnesses by stimulating the body’s defence mechanisms through fine needle insertions into the skin.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification.

Tasks Include:

• examines and questions patients to determine nature of disorder or illness
• records patients’ medical information
• treats disorders and illnesses by inserting fine needles into critical points of the body to stimulate the body’s defence mechanisms