Acupuncturists
Code: 29-1291.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 5
Median Annual Salary
£76,040
Range: £38,830 - £161,470
Preparation & Education
Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed
Job Zone 5
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders by stimulating specific acupuncture points within the body using acupuncture needles. May also use cups, nutritional supplements, therapeutic massage, acupressure, and other alternative health therapies.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Acupuncture Doctor
Acupuncture Physician
Acupuncture Provider
Acupuncturist
Chinese Medical Doctor (Chinese MD)
Chinese Medicine Doctor
Herbalist
Licensed Acupuncturist (LAC)
Oriental Medicine Provider
Traditional Chinese Medicine Doctor
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Maintain and follow standard quality, safety, environmental, and infection control policies and procedures.
- Treat patients using tools, such as needles, cups, ear balls, seeds, pellets, or nutritional supplements.
- Adhere to local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and statutes.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Medical software
Electronic health record EHR software
QPuncture II
Electronic mail software
Microsoft Outlook
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
People and Technology Systems
thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one
Business
customer service
administrative services
Health
medicine and dentistry
therapy and counseling
Math and Science
psychology
biology
Arts and Humanities
English language
Verbal
communicate by speaking
listen and understand what people say
Ideas and Logic
notice when problems happen
use rules to solve problems
Hand and Finger Use
keep your arm or hand steady
put together small parts with your fingers
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Social
People interested in this work like activities that include helping people, teaching, and talking.
Key Work Styles:
Sincerity
Empathy
Cooperation
Cautiousness
Integrity
Attention to Detail
Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncturists
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Acupuncturists is £76,040. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £38,830, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £161,470 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Acupuncturists typically aligns with Job Zone 5 (Job Zone Five: Extensive Preparation Needed). Most of these careers need a graduate school education. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).
Essential skills and tooling for a Acupuncturists include: Microsoft Excel, Electronic health record EHR software, QPuncture II, Microsoft Outlook. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
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10th Percentile (Entry):
£38,830
Median Annual (Average):
£76,040
90th Percentile (Senior):
£161,470
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