US - Music Therapist

The Shriners Hospital for Children; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shriners Hospitals for Children in Boston is seeking a Music Therapist (MT-BC) to provide therapeutic music interventions for pediatric patients and their families within a hospital setting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, development of individualized treatment plans, and supervision of volunteers. A BLS certification is required or to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• MT-BC certification required.
• BLS certification or within 30 days.
• 1 year music knowledge, skills.
• Pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff to identify patient care needs.
• Orients patient and family to the Music Therapy program.
• Develops age-specific and culturally appropriate treatment plans based on standards of Music Therapy and individual needs.
• Organizes and implements therapeutic group interventions with the interdisciplinary team.
• Assists with inventory, maintenance and ordering of departmental supplies.
• Orients students, visitors, and new staff to the department and its philosophy in pediatric burn care.
• Aids in supervision of child life volunteers and assistants.

Skills

Music Therapy

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Education

MT-BC Certification

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Company OverviewShriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please log into Workday Click Here to apply internally through the \"Jobs Hub\"Job DescriptionJob SummaryThe Music Therapist provides therapeutic music interventions to pediatric patients and their families, addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs within a hospital setting.Key ResponsibilitiesCommunicates effectively with patients, families and staff to identify patient care needsdemonstrates professional behavior when interacting with patients, families, and coworkers.Orients patient and family to the Music Therapy program. Assesses the family's and patient's learning needs and ability to participate in program.Develops and follows age specific and culturally appropriate treatment plans based on standards of Music Therapy and individual needs.Integrates knowledge and skills gained from other staff members (social work, psych, nursing, rehab, etc.) into the treatment plan.Organizes and implements therapeutic group interventions for all patients that are age, culturally, and developmentally appropriate in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.Assists with inventory, maintenance and ordering of departmental supplies.Orients students, visitors, and new staff to the department and its philosophy in pediatric burn care.Aids in supervision of child life volunteers and assistants.Required QualificationsMusic Therapy Board Certified (MT-BC)Basic Life Support (BLS) or within 30 days1 year music knowledge, skillsPreferred Qualifications1 year of pediatricCompensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.