US - Music Therapist

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's is seeking a Music Therapist to provide therapeutic interventions for pediatric patients and their families in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, development of individualized plans, and education of patients and families within a compassionate pediatric care environment.

The position requires MT-BC certification, BLS (or within 30 days), and at least 1 year of music knowledge/experience as part of the care team.

Qualifications

• MT-BC certification required.
• BLS certification required or within 30 days.
• At least 1 year of music knowledge or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapeutic music interventions addressing physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff to identify care needs.
• Orients patient and family to the Music Therapy program and assesses learning needs.
• Develops age-appropriate treatment plans based on standards of Music Therapy.
• Collaborates with social work, psychology, nursing and rehab to integrate care.
• Organizes group interventions and supervises students, visitors and staff in department.

Skills

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Group facilitation

Education

Music Therapy Board Certified (MT-BC)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners 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.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Music Therapist provides therapeutic music interventions to pediatric patients and their families, addressing physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs within a hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with patients, families and staff to identify patient care needs
• demonstrates 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 Qualifications

• Music Therapy Board Certified (MT-BC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or within 30 days
• 1 year music knowledge, skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of pediatric

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.