Board-Certified Hospice Music Therapist

Affinity Health Management; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Affinity Health Management is seeking a Music Therapist to provide therapeutic services addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of patients in a hospice setting. The role may be contracted or employed, with responsibility for delivering care per individualized plans.

The candidate will work under the Clinical Manager, collaborating with nursing and therapy teams to ensure comfort-focused, patient-centered care and ongoing progress documentation.

Qualifications

• Requires a baccalaureate or master's degree in music therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed to practice as a music therapist in the state.
• Minimum of two years of relevant music therapy experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Understanding hospice philosophy and comfort-focused care.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide music therapy services per a written plan of care.
• Assess and document therapeutic status and progress.
• Direct music therapy treatment and prioritize needs.
• Educate families, caregivers, and staff about goals of therapy.
• Prepare and submit clinical and progress summaries.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and participate in meetings.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in hospice orientation and program activities.

Skills

CPR certification

Licensed driver

Education

Baccalaureate or Master's in Music Therapy

Job description

Affinity Health Management is seeking a Music Therapist to provide therapeutic services addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of patients in a hospice setting. The role may be contracted or employed, with responsibility for delivering care per individualized plans.

The candidate will work under the Clinical Manager, collaborating with nursing and therapy teams to ensure comfort-focused, patient-centered care and ongoing progress documentation.