Music Therapist 1

Baylor Scott & White Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a full-time Registered or Board Certified Music Therapist to join our care teams. The role delivers evidence-based music therapy, including assessment, treatment, and ongoing evaluation for patients and families, addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the treatment team, bedside and outpatient work, and mentorship of practicum students to support program excellence.

Qualifications

• Board Cert Music Therapist (MTBC) required.
• Bachelor's degree in music therapy or related field.
• 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs music therapy sessions to support patients' mental and physical well-being.
• Assess and address emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs with therapeutic music.
• Provide bedside and outpatient music therapy interventions.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to plan patient goals.
• Mentor practicum students and interns in music therapy.

Skills

Compassion for patients

Team player

Artistic vision

Communication

Mentoring students

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

MUSIC THERAPIST

Baylor Scott & White is seeking a full-time Registered or Board Certified Art Therapist. This position is located in Fort Worth, Texas. If you share the same qualities as below please contact us to learn how you can become a part of the BSW team.

• Compassion for patients and love for art
• Ability to envision art for hospital spaces
• Ability to create team success over personal success
• Desire to work in a unconventional environment for Art Therapist
• All candidates must meet the educational requirements listed below.
• Must be Board Cert Music Therapist (MTBC)

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Music Therapist provides evidence-based music therapy interventions. These include assessment, treatment, and ongoing evaluation for patients and families. The therapy addresses physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Directs music therapy sessions to improve patient’s mental health and physical well-being.
• Serves patients, families and caregivers by assessing their emotional and physical state and offering appropriate musical interventions.
• Provides therapeutic music at the bedside and in outpatient areas.
• Responds to referrals in a timely manner, setting appropriate priorities regarding referrals.
• Confers with members of the treatment team to plan and evaluate patient goals and desired outcomes.
• Serves as a resource to create an aesthetic and artistic environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff throughout Baylor Scott & White Healthcare System.
• Creates and sustains an attentive, helpful, safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff.
• Mentors Music Therapy practicum students and interns.

Key Success Factors

• Experience providing music interventions in a healthcare setting is required.
• Skilled musician.
• Ability to deal with complex situations and resolve patient and/or customer service concerns.
• Ability to give clear, concise and complete education and/or instructions.
• Works well in a patient centered environment as an integral team player.
• Ability to adjust communication style to suit different audiences.
• Caring listener, delicate, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious and tactful.
• Ability to calm upset patients in a composed and professional demeanor.
• Masters Degree preferred

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's
• EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• Board Cert Music Therapist (MTBC)