Hospice Music Therapist

BOARD CERTIFIED MUSIC THERAPISTS (OR ELIGIBLE TO TAKE THE CERTIFICATION EXAM)

Job Title/Position: Music Therapist

Reports To: Clinical Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Music Therapist, contracted or employed, provides music therapy to address physical, emotional cognitive and social needs of patients.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• 1. Provides music therapy services to patients according to a written individualized plan of care. This may include, but not be limited to:
  • a. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
  • b. Directing music therapy treatment.
  • c. Determining priority needs for music therapy
  • d. Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
• 2. Initiates music therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregivers in certain phases of music therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the music therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
• 3. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
• 4. Provides music therapy consultation to families/caregivers, as appropriate.
• 5. Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
• 6. Participates in the interdisciplinary group.
• 7. Actively participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• 8. Participates in an orientation program for hospice team members.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. Possesses a baccalaureate or masters degree in music therapy approved by an accredited organization.
• 2. Certified to practice as a music therapist within the state.
• 3. At least (2) two years of appropriate experience as a music therapist. Community/Hospice experience is preferred.
• 4. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
• 5. Understands hospice philosophy, focus of care is comfort vs rehab
• 6. Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state requirements and is in good working order.