Music Therapist

St-Croix-Hospice-; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice is seeking a Music Therapist to provide individualized music therapy services under the direction of the Manager of Clinical Services.

The role includes assessing patients, selecting meaningful music, and delivering interventions to alleviate anxiety, depression, pain and other distress in coordination with the RN Case Manager and Plan of Care. The therapist will maintain records, participate in quality initiatives, and ensure HIPAA compliance while supporting family and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited music therapy program with bachelor's degree in music therapy.
• Board Certified MT-BC or MT-BT eligible or certified by a national organization.
• Valid State Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide music therapy per plan of care under supervision to meet patient needs.
• Assess patients and referral indications to determine therapy effectiveness.
• Deliver interventions to reduce anxiety, pain and distress and enhance comfort and quality of life.
• Educate and inform clinical team about therapy appropriateness and contraindications.
• Maintain accurate clinical notes and charting within 24–48 hours of sessions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy

Job description

Work Where You Matter!At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey. Through compassionate care, we focus on our patient’s quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of an extraordinary team of caregivers, then come work where you matter.Music TherapistPosition OverviewThe Music Therapist provides music therapy services which meet the unique needs and preferences of each patient, identifying music with personal meaning and connection. The music therapist works under the direction of the Manager of Clinical Services in collaboration with the patient’s RN Case Manager and according to the individualized Plan of Care.Essential Functions and SkillsProvides direct music therapy at the direction of the Clinical Supervisor or Manager of Clinical Services and in accordance with the plan of care.Assesses patient and referral for appropriate medical indication for services and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy.Treats patients to relieve symptoms and provide psychological, psychosocial, physical, and spiritual comfort.Directs and aids patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, agitation, restlessness, depression, pain, emotional distress (patient and family), spiritual distress, and social isolation.Assists patients with needs regarding relaxation, communication, family support, anticipatory grief (patient and family), and interest in life legacy/review interventions.Utilizes interventions such as relaxation, imagery, lyric analysis, song writing, reminiscence, entrainment, life review, receptive listening, and life legacy projects.Observes and reports to the clinical supervisor or clinical director and the organization personnel the patient’s response to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition.Provides education and awareness to clinical team regarding appropriateness or contraindications for therapy treatment.Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, problem charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within 24-48 hours of session and modified as needed.Participates in interdisciplinary group and organization in-service education program as needed.Participate in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities as needed.Responsible for maintaining compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements. Treats all patient information as confidential and utilizes protected health information on a minimum necessary basis.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements/QualificationsGraduate of an accredited music therapy program with bachelor's degree in music therapy.One of the following:Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BT)National Music Therapy RegistryAmerican Music Therapy AssociationOr another national organization that certifies, registers, or accredits Music Therapists.Ability to pass background, consumer report and drug test.Valid State Driver’s License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record required.PreferredCompletion and passing of the National Certification Exam (CBMT) credentials of MT-BC Music Therapy Board Certified, preferred.Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 12 pounds. Occasionally up to 20 pounds.Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.