Hospice Music Therapist — Elevate Comfort & Care

Affinity Hospice Management LLC; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

PTO & Paid Holidays

Short Term Disability

Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Chronic-

Life Insurance

401(k)

Employee Referral Bonus

Mileage Reimbursement

Salary starting at $52,000

Job summary

Affinity Hospice Management LLC is seeking a Music Therapist to provide care‑oriented music therapy under the supervision of the Clinical Manager. The role supports physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of patients in a hospice setting.

The candidate will assess patients, direct therapy, educate families, document progress, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to improve quality of life.

Qualifications

• Possesses a baccalaureate or master's degree in music therapy approved by an accredited organization.
• Certified to practice as a music therapist within the state.
• At least two years of appropriate experience as a music therapist; hospice experience preferred.
• Maintains current CPR certification.
• Understands hospice philosophy and focus of care on comfort.

Responsibilities

• Provides music therapy services to patients according to a written plan of care.
• Directs music therapy treatment and assesses therapeutic status.
• Initiates therapy program and educates family/caregivers and staff on goals.
• Prepares clinical and progress summaries.
• Offers music therapy consultations to families/caregivers.
• Provides in-service education for nursing personnel.
• Participates in interdisciplinary group and quality improvement activities.
• Acts in orientation for hospice team members.

Skills

CPR certification

Understand hospice philosophy

Licensed driver

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Music Therapy

Job description

Affinity Hospice Management LLC is seeking a Music Therapist to provide care‑oriented music therapy under the supervision of the Clinical Manager. The role supports physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of patients in a hospice setting.

The candidate will assess patients, direct therapy, educate families, document progress, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to improve quality of life.