Music Therapist — Palliative Care with Collaborative Impact

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

On-site childcare

Merit increases

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Music Therapist to assess, design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based music therapy interventions for adult patients and families, primarily in palliative and end-of-life contexts. The role includes developing treatment plans, documenting care, and educating staff on therapy benefits.

The position requires board certification upon hire and CPR/CPR AED certification, with opportunities for growth within a renowned medical center in Dallas, Texas.

Qualifications

• < 1 year experience (6 months to 1 year) in music therapy or related field.
• Music Therapist Board Certification required upon hire; CPR/CPR AED certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based music therapy interventions addressing psychosocial, emotional, physiological, and physical needs.
• Create and manage individualized treatment plans and maintain patient documentation.
• Collaborate with health care teams and contribute to program planning and growth.
• Ensure departmental standards and professional practice requirements are upheld.
• Educate staff about the benefits of music therapy across disciplines.

Skills

Music therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Music Therapy

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center seeks a Music Therapist to assess, design, implement, and evaluate evidence-based music therapy interventions for adult patients and families, primarily in palliative and end-of-life contexts. The role includes developing treatment plans, documenting care, and educating staff on therapy benefits.

The position requires board certification upon hire and CPR/CPR AED certification, with opportunities for growth within a renowned medical center in Dallas, Texas.