Licensed Acupuncturist

Job Summary

AURĀE Modern Medical + Spa is seeking a compassionate, grounded, and highly skilled Licensed Acupuncturist to join our integrative wellness team.

At AURĀE, we believe wellness is both scientific and deeply personal. Our approach blends evidence-based medicine, regenerative aesthetics, and restorative wellness experiences designed to support mind, body, and soul.

We are seeking a practitioner who values elevated client experiences, nervous system regulation, whole-body wellness, and personalized care within a luxury medical spa environment.

Engagement Type: Contract-to-hire

Schedule: Part-time hours to start, based on client bookings and demand

• Conduct comprehensive client consultations, including medical history, lifestyle, and wellness goals
• Assess clients using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles and clinical observation
• Perform acupuncture treatments, including accurate point location and needle insertion based on client anatomy and condition
• Utilize complementary modalities as appropriate, which may include:
  • Cupping therapy
  • Moxibustion
  • Gua sha
  • Acupressure, shiatsu, or tuina
  • Heat and/or cold therapies
  • Ayurvedic Counseling
• Perform comprehensive acupuncture evaluations and treatments in one or more of the following areas:
  • Stress and nervous system regulation
  • Hormone balance and women’s wellness
  • Facial rejuvenation acupuncture
  • Cosmetic acupuncture
  • Fertility support
  • Pain management
  • Lymphatic and wellness-focused therapies
  • Integrative or luxury wellness environments
• Conduct contraindication screening and client education
• Maintain SOAP documentation and treatment notes
• Support integrative wellness goals through collaborative care
• Recommend complementary wellness services when appropriate
• Maintain treatment room cleanliness and safety standards
• Deliver a calm, elevated, hospitality-focused client experience

Required Qualifications

• Active South Carolina Acupuncturist license in good standing
• Current professional liability insurance
• Master’s degree or higher in Acupuncture or Oriental Medicine from an accredited institution
• National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) certification (or eligibility, as applicable)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for holistic wellness and client-centered care
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment
• Professional, calming, and hospitality-driven presence

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a wellness clinic, med spa, or integrative health setting
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary care teams
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems
• Interest in building and maintaining a consistent client base
• Comfort educating clients on services in a consultative, non-sales-driven manner

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry:
  • Up to 15 lbs. regularly
  • Up to25 lbs. frequently
  • Up to 50 lbs. occasionally

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation structure including:
  • $38 per hands-on service hour
  • 10% service commission
  • 100% gratuity retained by therapist
• Membership and wellness package incentives
• Employee discounts on wellness and aesthetic services
• Opportunities for growth within a luxury wellness brand

Why Join AURĀE

This is an opportunity to grow organically, deepen your practice, and become part of a wellness community that values presence, intention, and sustainability. At AURĀE, we believe in building fulfilling careers—not burnout.

EEO Statement

AURĀE Modern Medical + Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, religion, national origin, age, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or other legally protected status in employment opportunities and benefits.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.