Naturopath

Description

Treats clients using a system based on traditional naturopathic philosophies and principles through employing various tools and techniques, such as diet and lifestyle education, nutrition, herbal medicine and other practices.

Description

This unit group covers Health Professionals not elsewhere classified. It includes Acupuncturists, Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Naturopaths.

Tasks include

• Completes detailed assessments to determine factors contributing to clients' states of health, including obtaining case histories, physical examinations, laboratory testing, and tongue and pulse diagnoses
• Categorises and determines the underlying causes of clients' symptoms, along with clients' capacity for improved health
• Employs a range of therapies and practices, including nutritional advice, herbal medicines, lifestyle counselling, hydrotherapy and naturopathic physical medicine, to meet individual treatment goals
• Prioritises non-invasive or non-pharmacological interventions and preventive care
• Monitors clients' progress and adjusts treatment plans as necessary