Hospice Music Therapist prn

Affinity Health Management; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Affinity Health Management seeks a Music Therapist to provide therapeutic services addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs for patients. Works within an established plan of care, assessing status, directing treatment, and coordinating with physicians and family.

The role requires 2+ years of music therapy experience, state licensure, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license. Hospice settings and team involvement are emphasized.

Qualifikationen

• Baccalaureate or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Certified to practice as a music therapist within the state.
• At least 2 years of music therapy experience; hospice experience preferred.
• Licensed driver with insured vehicle and valid license.

Aufgaben

• Provide music therapy services according to an individualized plan of care.
• Direct music therapy treatment and assess patient needs.
• Instruct families and staff in music therapy goals and techniques.
• Prepare clinical and progress summaries of goals achieved.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team and quality improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

CPR certification

Hospice philosophy understanding

Licensed driver

Music therapy experience (2+ years)

State certification to practice

Ausbildung

Baccalaureate or Master’s degree in Music Therapy

Jobbeschreibung

BOARD CERTIFIED MUSIC THERAPISTS (OR ELIGIBLE TO TAKE THE CERTIFICATION EXAM)

Job Title/Position:

Music Therapist

Reports To:

Clinical Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Music Therapist, contracted or employed, provides music therapy to address physical, emotional cognitive and social needs of patients.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Provides music therapy services to patients according to a written individualized plan of care. This may include, but not be limited to:
   • a. Assessing and evaluating therapeutic status, and participation in the development of the total plan of care. Evaluates home environment.
   • b. Directing music therapy treatment.
   • c. Determining priority needs for music therapy
   • d. Reporting to physician patient’s reaction to treatment or changes in condition.
2. 2. Initiates music therapy program and instructs other personnel and/or family/caregivers in certain phases of music therapy with which they may work with a patient, as well as instructing them as to the goals of the music therapy program for the patient by participating in case conferences.
3. 3. Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment of goals.
4. 4. Provides music therapy consultation to families/caregivers, as appropriate.
5. 5. Provides in-service education programs for nursing personnel as needed.
6. 6. Participates in the interdisciplinary group.
7. 7. Actively participates in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
8. 8. Participates in an orientation program for hospice team members.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

1. 1. Possesses a baccalaureate or masters degree in music therapy approved by an accredited organization.
2. 2. Certified to practice as a music therapist within the state.
3. 3. At least (2) two years of appropriate experience as a music therapist. Community/Hospice experience is preferred.
4. 4. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification.
5. 5. Understands hospice philosophy, focus of care is comfort vs rehab
6. 6. Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state requirements and is in good working order.