Hospice Music Therapist - Part Time

Overview Hospice Music Therapist - Part Time 48hrs bi-weekly - Weekdays 8am-4:30pm - flexible schedule every other Thursday required - No weekends & no Holidays. We offer some excellent benefits, competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, PTO/Sick time accrual and an incredibly fun & supportive team environment. Ecumen Hospice Mankato is hiring a Hospice Music Therapist. The Ecumen Hospice Mankato team focuses on providing life honoring care for patients. The Ecumen Hospice mission is to provide care that exceeds the expectations of those that find themselves in the later stages of life by providing a level of comfort and quality of life that makes each person feel honored and supported as their life continues to have significance. Responsibilities The Music Therapist is responsible for providing music therapy under the direction of the Clinical Director according to the patient's unique plan of care. Assesses patients for appropriate medical indication for service and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy. Directs and assists patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, tension, relaxation, and comfort. Provides ongoing education to the clinical team of appropriateness and/or contraindications for treatment. Maintains necessary records, e.g. clinical notes, charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient\'s clinical record within 24 hours of session and modified as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Driving Requirements Local Travel and Driver\'s License Required Minimum Required Qualifications Bachelor\'s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited music therapy program Current MT-BC certification from Certification Board for Music Therapists Valid Driver\'s License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident\'s Bill of Rights, Universal Precautions, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations Preferred Qualifications 1-2 years of clinical music therapy experience in home health or hospice or senior care Licenses & Certifications Music Therapy (required) Equal Opportunity This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr