Music Therapist

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Two-week paid parental leave and ad​p​

Flexible schedules and shifts

Tuition benefits eligibility

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health's American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, WI is seeking a Music Therapist to perform assessments, guide interactions across pediatric ages, and provide goal-oriented music therapy interventions as part of a patient- and family-centered care plan. You will collaborate with the health care team to evaluate progress, adjust treatment plans, and ensure continuity of care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Music Therapy, MT-BC certification, and experience with children; Master’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy, Music, or a related field and/or completion of the degree equivalency program in Music Therapy as required by the AMTA
• Master's Degree in Music Therapy preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments of patients and families to identify needs in order to set short and/or long-term goals
• Utilize knowledge of pediatric growth and development to guide interactions across age and developmental levels
• Provide music therapy interventions that are goal-oriented, support evidence-based practice, and are patient and family focused
• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and modify care based on results
• Work closely with patient, family, and health care team in order to develop and implement a patient-specific treatment plan
• Communicate relevant patient care information and work as an integrative member of a patient’s health care team to promote continuity of care

Skills

Music therapy

Pediatric care

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Master's degree in Music Therapy

MT-BC Certification

Job description

Full-time, 100% FTE, day shift. Hours will be primarily Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. No weekend rotation is required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Use music to help kids heal and thrive at nationally known American Family Children’s Hospital.

We are seeking a Music Therapist to:

• Perform assessments of patients and families to identify needs in order to set short and/or long-term goals
• Utilize knowledge of pediatric growth and development to guide interactions across age and developmental levels
• Provide music therapy interventions that are goal-oriented, support evidence-based practice, and are patient and family focused
• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and modify care based on results
• Work closely with patient, family, and health care team in order to develop and implement a patient-specific treatment plan
• Communicate relevant patient care information and work as an integrative member of a patient’s health care team to promote continuity of care

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Therapy, Music, or a related field and/or completion of the degree equivalency program in Music Therapy as required by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) Required
• Master's Degree in Music Therapy Preferred

Work Experience

• 3 months working or volunteering with children Required
• 6 months working with children in a healthcare/hospital setting Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• MT-BC (Music Therapist – Board Certified) Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

American Family Children’s Hospital

American Family Children’s Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin—also a Magnet®-designated facility—provides specialized care in a healing environment designed especially for pediatric patients and their families. American Family Children’s Hospital is a comprehensive pediatric medical and surgical center, with nationally recognized pediatric specialists in a wide range of fields. It is also home to our Level One Pediatric Trauma Center and Level IV NICU , which cares for the tiniest patients throughout Wisconsin and beyond.

• Legal Employer University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
• Locations 1675 Highland Ave, Madison, WI, 53792, US
• Job Category Clinical / Direct Patient Care (non-RN)
• Job Function Rehabilitation and Therapy Services