Music Therapist | FT | M-Th (8:30a-4:30p) | VUH

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. Organization Patient & Family Centered Care Music Therapy Job Summary The Music Therapist provides direct services for neonates, infants, toddlers, school‑age children, and adolescents by using music as a tool to help them attain and maintain their maximum levels of functioning in the areas of physical, cognitive, communication, and social/emotional health. Program planning will be designed to reduce stress, increase adaptive coping, provide normalization, promote social interaction, and support developmental integrity through play experiences in a safe environment. Position Shift 30 hours per week | M‑Th (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) Key Responsibilities Uses music therapeutically to support children and youth, incorporating professional expertise and knowledge related to human development and healthcare experiences. Designs and implements music therapy sessions based on patient/family strengths and needs, using music improvisation, receptive music listening, song writing, lyric discussion, music and imagery, and music performance. Coordinates, trains, and supervises volunteers and students in majors related to music therapy during field work and internship experiences. Contributes to the organization by actively participating in process‑improvement initiatives and shared decision making. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities Individual Therapy (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of individual therapy in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to deliver results without support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and raising the level of performance of others while on the job. Group Therapy (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of group therapy in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to deliver results without support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and raising the level of performance of others while on the job. Cognitive/Behavioral Intervention (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of cognitive/behavioral intervention in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to deliver results without support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and raising the level of performance of others while on the job. Coping Strategies (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of coping strategies in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to deliver coping‑strategy services without support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving technical instruction, providing leadership, and raising the level of performance of others while on the job. Music Therapy (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of music therapy in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to deliver music‑therapy services without support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving technical instruction, providing leadership, and raising the level of performance of others while on the job. Qualifications New grads and experienced therapists are welcome to apply! Prior work experience with pediatric patients in intensive care, hematology/oncology, and acute care settings (Preferred) Master's Degree (Preferred) Music Therapist Board Certified – Certification Board for Music Therapists Relevant work experience Experience Level: Less than 1 year Bachelor's (Required) Benefits This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth. EEO Statement Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr