Music Therapist

Music TherapistWork Schedule: Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Hours will be primarily Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. No weekend rotation is required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.Be part of something remarkableUse music to help kids heal and thrive at nationally known American Family Children's Hospital.We are seeking a Music Therapist to:Perform assessments of patients and families to identify needs in order to set short and/or long-term goalsUtilize knowledge of pediatric growth and development to guide interactions across age and developmental levelsProvide music therapy interventions that are goal-oriented, support evidence-based practice, and are patient and family focusedEvaluate effectiveness of interventions and modify care based on resultsWork closely with patient, family, and health care team in order to develop and implement a patient-specific treatment planCommunicate relevant patient care information and work as an integrative member of a patient's health care team to promote continuity of careAt UW Health, you will have:An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balanceAccess to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-beingTuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancementThe opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positionsQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Music Therapy, Music, or a related field and/or completion of the degree equivalency program in Music Therapy as required by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) RequiredMaster's Degree in Music Therapy PreferredWork Experience3 months working or volunteering with children Required6 months working with children in a healthcare/hospital setting PreferredLicenses & CertificationsMT-BC (Music Therapist – Board Certified) Upon Hire RequiredOur Commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children's Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU, which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.Job InfoJob Identification 49640Legal Employer University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics AuthorityLocations 1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, US (On-site)Job Category Clinical / Direct Patient Care (non-RN)Job Function Rehabilitation and Therapy ServicesRegular or Temporary RegularFTE 1Pay Range $23.43 - $35.15 / hour