Music Therapist - Pediatric Child Life - FT - 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Music Therapist to provide essential services to patients and families. This role focuses on using music as a therapeutic tool to enhance physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy and board certification, along with the ability to build rapport with patients of all ages. Join a dedicated team that values creativity and compassion in a healthcare setting, making a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.

Qualifications

• Minimum completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA approved program.
• Must be board certified (MT-BC) through the Certification Board for Music Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services for patients using music to enhance their health.
• Program planning to reduce stress and promote social interaction.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Therapeutic rapport development

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy

Job description

Overview

Provides direct services for patients and families by using music as a tool to help them attain and maintain their maximum levels of functioning in the areas of physical, cognitive, communication, spiritual, social, and emotional health. Program planning will be designed to reduce stress, increase adaptive coping, provide normalization, promote social interaction, and support developmental integrity.

Qualifications

Education:Minimum completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an AMTA (American Music Therapy Association) approved program.

Certification:Must be board certified (MT-BC) through the Certification Board for Music Therapists. Preferred if applicant has or is capable of obtaining NICU-MT.

Experience:2+ years of experience as a Music Therapist in a healthcare setting preferred. Any experience as a Music Therapist in the NICU setting preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities:Ability to develop therapeutic rapport with hospitalized patients of all ages, families, and staff to cope with hospitalization; Excellent communication skills and flexibility are highly desired.