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Acupuncturist - Integrative Medicine Center-March 2024
Houston
Mar 30, 2026
About Acupuncturist - Integrative Medicine Center

  MISSION STATEMENT

  The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees,

  professionals, employees and the public.

  SUMMARY

  The primary purpose of the Acupuncturist position is to provide evidence-based inpatient and outpatient acupuncture services to MD Anderson patients upon appropriate referral. Ensure medically safe practices and compliance with all center and institutional policies.

  JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES

  Clinical Ensures a safe environment, maintains equipment and supplies in a clean, operable and safe manner, and follows center and institutional safety guidelines.

  Reports status of supplies/inventory to designated center personnel. Wears appropriate attire or lab coat during practice. Accurately verifies the physician's clearance order for acupuncture.

  Reviews chart for contraindications/precautions for treatment and, if present, reports to physician/nurse before procedure.

  Administers and evaluates patient questionnaires. Reviews and assesses medical history.

  Explains procedure to patient and obtains consent when needed. Assists patients in positioning or getting on/off table if needed.

  Performs physical exam and reviews symptoms pertinent to procedure. Keeps patient comfortable and maintains proper draping at all times.

  Prepares skin using standardized clean needling technique. Observes/assesses patient for any unexpected and/or undesirable physical/emotional reactions, suspends treatment, provides appropriate intervention, reports to physician/nurse, and documents adverse events as indicated. Develops a plan of care including treatment goals for each visit.

  Adheres to all hospital and departmental policies. Maintains infection control policies at all times. Documents and bills in an accurate and timely manner. Attends and contributes to interdisciplinary team meetings as schedule allows and actively participate in discussion including presentation of patient cases. Participates in program evaluation processes and committee meetings as requested. Other duties as assigned.

  Research-related activities

  Familiar with recent research regarding acupuncture, especially in cancer care. May participate in clinical research including the design and implementation of studies, patient enrollment in clinical trials, data analysis, and writing of manuscripts. Administers questionnaires per center guidelines.

  Education

  Communicates clearly with patients about commonly used techniques for acupuncture therapy and reasons for their use. Discusses with the patient the risks and benefits of acupuncture and obtains signed informed consent prior to treatment. Educates other healthcare professionals about acupuncture by providing lectures and mentoring individuals in clinic. Participates in outreach programs, conferences, retreats, and other activities as part of program offerings.

  Education : Graduate of an approved acupuncture school and completed training that was substantially equivalent to program provided by such a school.

  Preferred Education: None

  Experience : Two years experience providing acupuncture in a clinical setting.

  Preferred Experience : Experience with working in an academic setting Possess a basic understanding of health care clinical operations and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a multidisciplinary team Research experience

  Certification : American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Acupuncture license issued by the Texas Medical Board within 90 days of date of entry into job.

  Preferred Certification : NCCAOM board certified, some previous medical/healthcare background, General cancer terminology course, ability to speak Spanish

  It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

  Additional Information

  Requisition ID: 164728

  Employment Status: Full-Time

  Employee Status: Regular

  Work Week: Days

  Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 86,000

  Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 107,500

  Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 129,000

  FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

  Fund Type: Hard

  Work Location: Onsite

  Pivotal Position: No

  Referral Bonus Available?: No

  Relocation Assistance Available?: No

  Science Jobs: Yes

  #LI-Onsite

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