Per Diem Acupuncturist (FGP) - Manhattan, Center for Women's Health

About the role

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation's top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Per Diem Acupuncturist. In this role, the successful candidate will provide evidence-informed acupuncture and related integrative therapies within the Griffin Healthspan & Vitality Center at NYU Langone Health.

Responsibilities

The Acupuncturist delivers individualized treatments for a range of conditions, including women's health concerns, pain syndromes, stress, sleep disturbances, and treatment-related symptoms. The ideal candidate is a Licensed Acupuncturist with a strong background in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and herbal medicine, proficient in diagnosing based on TCM principles and creating customized herbal recommendations.

• Provide individually tailored acupuncture treatments based on comprehensive assessment, including traditional East Asian/ TCM diagnostics and review of medical history.
• Utilize a variety of modalities such as acupuncture, acupressure, manual therapies, and adjunctive techniques as credentialed and approved.
• Provide care for patients with women's health issues, chronic musculoskeletal pain, neurologic conditions, stress/anxiety, sleep disturbances, and other indications deemed appropriate by the interdisciplinary team.
• Conduct in-depth TCM consultations, including tongue and pulse analysis, and formulate individualized herbal recommendations using granules, patent remedies, or raw herbs for appropriate patients.
• Educate patients on acupuncture treatment plans and herbal usage, and lifestyle modifications, such as dietary adjustments, stress management, and sleep hygiene.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a related CAM therapy such as Acupuncture, or equivalent from an accredited acupuncture college.
• New York State Licensure as an Acupuncturist (issued by New York State Education Department).
• National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) certification.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a clinical acupuncture role or integrative therapy capacity, preferably with medically complex and/or oncology patients.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, evidence-informed integrative medicine practice.
• Proficiency with EHR documentation and comfort working in an academic medical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Acupuncture or related CAM field.
• Additional license/certification in a complementary modality (e.g., Massage Therapy, Nutrition, Yoga, Reiki).
• Experience participating in clinical research trials or academic projects.
• Expertise in TCM diagnosis, herbal pharmacology, and formulas, including experience creating customized herbal formulas beyond standard patent remedies.
• Formal certificate or advanced training in Chinese herbal medicine in addition to acupuncture licensure.
• Licensure/Certification in herbal medicine preferred.

Benefits

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement.

• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resources groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

Pay

The salary range for the role is $60.00 - $60.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.