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Acupuncturist I at Memorial… · New York
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About Us:
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.
Exciting opportunity at MSK: We are seeking an Accupuncturist to join our Integrative Medicine team!Role Overview:
Assesses therapeutic needs and goals of patient in collaboration with physician/health care team and patient. Prepares a written individual plan of care for each patient suitable to the patient’s medical status (e.g., type of cancer, stage of cancer, physical condition, etc.) so that appropriate use of acupuncture is applied
Ensures that acupuncture activities are conducted under safe conditions. Advises physician/health care team of any contraindications to acupuncture, special precautions, marked changes in a patient’s condition, and unusual incidents.
Communicates procedures and plan of care to the patient prior to the therapeutic session. Monitors feedback from the patient throughout session. Elicits feedback from patient regarding quality of care.
Coordinates and assists as needed in preparing patients for acupuncture. Assists and/or instructs patients to dress, undress, don and doff assistive devices (e.g., braces, prostheses, etc.) prior to and after acupuncture. Assists or supervises transport of patients to and from treatment areas, when needed.
Documents effectiveness of therapy for each patient. Documents acupuncture treatments provided on the day the service is given, including patient’s reaction to treatment. Provides progress notes to health care team as requested.
Provides acupuncture to patients in the hospital and/or at outpatient locations to help relieve clients'/patients' symptoms and promote well-being. Works within the department's goals and procedures and the MSKCC's policies and mission.
Attends conferences, meetings and symposiums as appropriate. Core Skills:
Able to multi-task to prioritize work
Committed to improving cancer care Key Qualifications:
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)
2+ years experience in a clinical acupuncture role or integrative therapy capacity, preferably with oncology patients Additional Information:
Location: 205 E. 64th Street and BAIC
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9AM-5PM (shifts flexible). Saturdays are a bonus.
Reporting into: Clinical Program Manager, Integrative Medicine
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Pay Range: $92,700.00 - $148,400.00
FSLA Status: Exempt
Closing:
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