Music Therapist PRN

HCA HealthONE; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 35,046 - 52,555; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &-

Telemedicine services

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

The Medical Center of Aurora is seeking a Music Therapist to evaluate behavioral health clients and determine appropriate music therapy involvement in an acute setting.

You will determine intervention strategies using music, participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning, and collaborate with a diverse care team. Licensure in Colorado, BLS, CPI, and MT certification are required; a Master’s in Behavioral Health is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree with certification as a Music Therapist; Master’s degree preferred.
• Colorado licensure/certification required; BLS-Healthcare provider; CPI certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate behavioral health clients in an acute setting to determine music therapy inclusion.
• Determine strategies for therapeutic interventions using music.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Crisis intervention

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree with MT certification

Master’s degree in Behavioral Health (preferred)

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $25.44 - $38.15 per hour

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below the midpoint of the range.

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Job Summary and Qualifications

Position Summary: This position supports the mission of The Medical Center of Aurora to optimize the quality of life of all those served by expanding beyond the traditional focus on medical needs to the needs of the whole person. Responsible evaluation of behavioral health clients in an acute setting to determine appropriate level of inclusion in music therapy. Determines strategies for therapeutic interventions through the use of music. Participates in the interdisciplinary process of individualized treatment planning. When need arises, will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Position Requirements

• Licensure/Certification/Registration: BLS-Healthcare provider through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, CPI certification and re-certification every 2 years thereafter, licensure/certification in the State of Colorado.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree with certification as a Music Therapist. Master’s degree and experience in Behavioral Health related field preferred.
• Experience: One to three years of clinical/direct behavioral healthcare experience.
• Special Qualifications: Must have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and be able to work with a highly diverse population. Must be knowledgeable of ADAD and JCAHO standards. Must be knowledgeable of behavioral health evaluation and consultation processes. Must have ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and work in a high stress environment. Must be able to apply critical thinking and formulate diagnostic impressions based upon review of systems, history, symptoms and current presentation. Must have ability to provide crisis intervention and utilize system resources/referrals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.