Hospice Music Therapist

Anchor Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

PTO

401K

STD/LTD

Flexibility

Family-Feel and Positive working env

Job summary

Anchor Health is seeking a Music Therapist to provide therapy on the road under the direction of the Clinical Director. The role involves directing patients through music therapy to ease anxiety and other symptoms, educating the clinical team on contraindications, and maintaining timely clinical documentation.

Requires MT-BC certification, a Bachelor's in Music Therapy, and a valid driver's license. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensure/Certification: MT-BC certification from Certification Board for Music Therapists.
• Must be a licensed driver with insured vehicle.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Must follow safety rules and facility policies (HIPAA, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Direct patients through music therapy interventions to alleviate anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, pain and promote relaxation.
• Provide ongoing education to the clinical team on treatment appropriateness and contraindications.
• Maintain records and clinical notes; document within 24 hours of sessions.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Job description

The Hospice Music Therapist is responsible for providing music therapy under the direction of the Clinical Director according to the patient's unique plan of care.

Music Therapist Responsibilities:

• Directs and assists patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, tension, relaxation, and comfort.
• Provides ongoing education to the clinical team of appropriateness and/or contraindications for treatment.
• Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient's clinical record within 24 hours of session and modified as needed.

Music Therapist Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited music therapy program
• Licensure/Certification: Current MT BC certification from Certification Board for Music Therapists
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know

Anchor Health Offers:

• Medical Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• PTO
• 401K
• STD/LTD
• Flexibility
• Family-Feel and Positive working environment

Job Types: Per Diem, Full-time, Part-time,

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Experiential Therapist Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road