Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Music Therapist to join our dedicated team. The ideal candidate will utilize music as a therapeutic tool to support patients in achieving their emotional, cognitive, and social goals. This role is vital in enhancing the quality of life for individuals across various settings, including hospice care, behavioral health facilities, and developmental disability programs. The Music Therapist will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic patient care.

Responsibilities

Follows an individualized Plan of Care established by the interdisciplinary team for each patient.
Immediately reports any changes to the RN Case Manager and interdisciplinary team.
Reports unusual conditions, observations and pertinent information to the nurse.
Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings
Participates in Performance Improvement activities as requested.
Provides intervention and support as needed related to terminal illness and loss within Scope of Practice.
Provides music therapy consultation and services to the patient and family in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care.
Assess the strengths and needs of referred patients and provides the indicated treatment including creating, singing, moving to, and/or listening to music.
Implementation of music interventions that address the needs of a variety of patients.
Competent with a variety of musical instruments and skills including transposition, improvisation, song writing, and therapeutic music activities.
Serves as a liaison for staff and volunteers in the implementation of music interventions with the hospice patients.
Directs and assists patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating symptoms of anxiety, depression, isolation, agitation, restlessness, sleeplessness, pain, tension, relaxation, and comfort.
Provides ongoing education to the Interdisciplinary Team about the appropriateness or contraindications for treatment.
Designs music sessions for individuals and groups based on patient needs.
Documents patient/family response to music therapy sessions in the patient’s electronic health record.
Periodically re-evaluates the patient to determine the effectiveness of interventions.
Provides basic and specialized teaching as required in the Plan of Care and documents the response of patients and/or family.
Provides emotional and spiritual support and makes appropriate referrals to other team members
Facilitates communication among patient, family and hospice team
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Music Therapy from an accredited program.
Certification by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) is preferred.
Experience working with diverse populations, individuals with developmental disabilities, and those in hospice care.
Knowledge of medical records management and medical documentation practices.
Familiarity with behavioral health concepts and addiction counseling techniques is a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with patients and their families.
Understanding of HIPAA regulations related to patient confidentiality and record keeping.
A passion for using music as a therapeutic medium to improve patient outcomes.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients through the power of music therapy.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Experience:

Hospice: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Woodburn, OR (Required)

Willingness to travel:

100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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