Music Therapist

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• Designs, implements, and evaluates music therapy interventions to address the biopsychosocial needs of patients and families as appropriate, under the Scope of Practice of the Certification Board for Music Therapists, and documents in the Electronic Medical Record.

• Serves as clinical and educational resource for the hospital units and professional community regarding music therapy practice.

• Adheres to general expectations for all employees in order that the program functions in an effective manner to meet the treatment needs of patients.

• Maintains confidentiality of patients, families, staff, and hospital respecting patients' rights and dignity.

• Assists and participates in research as needed, working with teams to develop research topics and protocols, conducting research, gathering results, and assisting in articles for submission.

• Assists Music Therapy Department as needed to develop and evaluate music therapy programs and initiatives.

• Coordinates music therapy observation experiences, writes reports, and collaborates on other projects as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (or Equivalency) from a program accredited by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) or international equivalent

• Master's degree preferred.

Certifications:

• Licensed Professional Music Therapist (LPMT) through the state licensing board required

• Music Therapist Board Certified (MT-BC) from the Certification Board for Music Therapists required

• WELLE (crisis intervention) training is required within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross ; must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire

Work Experience:

• One year of experience providing music therapy services is required. Consideration will be made for time spent in practicum or internship providing music therapy services.

• Three years of experience providing music therapy services, including direct patient work in a hospital or healthcare setting, is preferred.

• Should possess excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and musical skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing and walking at least 75% of the time; sitting less than 25% of the time; hand and finger dexterity and reaching with arms and hands at least 75% of the time, close vision and depth perception at least 75% of the time; hearing and talking more than 80% of the time; and pushing and pulling at least 75% of the time.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

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