Compassionate Music Therapist — Hospice Care (Full-Time)

St. Croix Hospice; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a dedicated Music Therapist to provide therapeutic services to patients and families at the end-of-life journey.

This full-time role emphasizes autonomous practice within an interdisciplinary care team, delivering personalized music experiences to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life.

The schedule runs 8:00am to 5:00pm; a strong foundation in music therapy, HIPAA compliance, and compassionate communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music therapy from an accredited program.
• Certifications: MT-BC, NMTR, or AMTA-comparable credential.
• Ability to pass background, consumer report, and drug test.
• Provide music therapy per plan of care; assess and document sessions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver music therapy per plan of care and assess patient progress.
• Relieve symptoms and support emotional, physical, and spiritual comfort.
• Document sessions promptly and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Educate interdisciplinary team and participate in meetings.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal communication

Crisis support

Education

Bachelor's degree in music therapy

Tools

MT-BC

NMTR

AMTA Certification

Job description

St. Croix Hospice in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a dedicated Music Therapist to provide therapeutic services to patients and families at the end-of-life journey.

This full-time role emphasizes autonomous practice within an interdisciplinary care team, delivering personalized music experiences to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life.

The schedule runs 8:00am to 5:00pm; a strong foundation in music therapy, HIPAA compliance, and compassionate communication are essential.