Per Diem Integrative Yoga Practitioner (FGP) - Manhattan, Center for Women's Health

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

8h • $29 - $51 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is a top-ranked medical school with a 175-year history of shaping medical history and improving the human condition through education, research, and patient care. As part of NYU Langone Health, it is committed to equity and inclusion. This position involves providing individualized and group-based mind-body services within the Griffin Healthspan & Vitality Center. The role includes delivering yoga, meditation, breathwork, and Reiki to support stress reduction, symptom management, and overall well-being for women. The Practitioner will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, offering these therapies as adjunctive, evidence-informed services. The role also involves contributing to education, community outreach, and potentially research and quality initiatives.

Requirements

• 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) certification from a Yoga Alliance recognized or equivalent accredited program, required.
• Certification as a yoga therapist (e.g., C-IAYT) or equivalent, required.
• Certification and documented training in Reiki (Level II or higher) or another recognized energy-based modality, required.
• Experience in hospital, academic medical center, or integrative medicine settings.
• Strong understanding of contraindications and modifications related to womens health, oncology, cardiometabolic conditions, and musculoskeletal issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to develop and maintain effective relationships across disciplines and with patients and families.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• 500-hour YTT or certification as a yoga therapist or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a clinical yoga or integrative therapy capacity; experience with medically complex patients strongly preferred.
• Additional licensure/certification in a related modality (e.g., massage therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, trauma-informed yoga).
• Experience participating in clinical research or quality improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide individually tailored yoga sessions for patients with a variety of conditions, with appropriate modifications and safety considerations.
• Design and lead group classes (e.g., gentle, restorative, prenatal/postnatal, therapeutic yoga) to support physical function, stress resilience, and emotional well-being.
• Deliver Reiki sessions (if Reiki certified and/or other approved energy-based practices) as supportive services to promote relaxation, comfort, and stress relief, clearly communicating their adjunctive role.
• Integrate breathwork, meditation, and other mindfulness techniques into sessions as clinically appropriate.
• Monitor patients during sessions for tolerance and safety; adapt practices based on medical status and clinician guidance.
• Collaborate with the clinical team and Program Manager to develop and refine mind-body clinical pathways and group visit offerings.
• Assist in managing schedules, clinical space, and flow to support productivity and a patient-centered environment.
• Ensure that all mind-body activities are in compliance with institutional policies, Joint Commission, Department of Health, HIPAA, and other regulatory and safety standards.
• Create and lead educational workshops for patients, families, staff, and trainees on mind-body approaches, yoga, and energy-based therapies.
• Participate in promotional and educational activities (e.g., videos, handouts, workshops, podcasts) that raise awareness of integrative mind-body offerings.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Public Relations, as appropriate, to highlight mind-body services as part of the Vitality Center.
• Support community outreach and partnerships that extend access to mind-body services.
• Document all patient encounters, group sessions, and interventions in the EHR in accordance with NYU Langone standards.
• Contribute to program metrics and quality improvement initiatives (e.g., patient-reported outcomes, satisfaction, utilization).
• Participate in research or evaluative projects as appropriate: assisting with protocol implementation, recruitment, data collection, and presentations.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package
• Robust support system for any stage of life
• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resource groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program focusing on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed