Music Therapist

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Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500107 Patient Experience Ofc

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URC 209 H

Compensation Range:

$25.60 - $35.84

Responsibilities:

Uses music to complement the healing process by addressing the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of patients, while also improving their quality of life. Provides quality individual and group music therapy interventions to individuals for whom music therapy consults have been made. Influences behavioral and psychological changes leading to restoration, maintenance, and improvement of health and increased comprehension of self. Develops specific treatment goals for each patient based on patient and family input, as well as feedback from the interdisciplinary team. Educating caregivers, administrators, and the general public about the role of music therapy in medical settings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides individual music therapy sessions to patients on designated units/areas. Reviews comprehensive information related to all assigned patients on a daily basis. Utilizes evidence-based practice to assess patient and family needs and develop a treatment plan that addresses physiological, psychosocial and/or developmental needs of patients. Uses music therapeutically by incorporating professional expertise and knowledge related to human development and healthcare experiences. Continually evaluates effectiveness of interventions. Adheres to the Scope of Practice and Code of Professional Practice of The Certification Board for Music Therapists, as well as the Standards of Clinical Practice, Professional Competencies, and Code of Ethics of The American Music Therapy Association.
• Prepares specific music interventions for caseload. Attends and participates in appropriate interdisciplinary team meetings/committees. Documents clinical outcomes, program statistics, patient/caregiver/staff satisfaction, efficacy, and research results, as appropriate. Presents to healthcare team on units/programs served at least once per year. Attends monthly supervision with Music Therapy Manager for minimum of one hour. Discusses successes/concerns with caseload and overall progress, as well any other issues that arise. Assists in the maintenance of equipment/supplies and adheres to infection control policies. Evaluates and purchases approved supplies and equipment, as needed. Complies with all hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Provides group music therapy sessions to patients on designated unites/areas. Provides staff wellness events and special events as needed. Identifies and provides appropriate music resources to patients and their families and maintains these resources to ensure safety and accessibility.
• Participates in educational experiences for students and/or professionals through interviews and/or presentations. May give presentations to departments/programs within the hospital, outside organizations, support groups, or collegiate classes, as well as interviews with high school students/community members expressing interest in music therapy. Provides shadowing opportunities for students/professionals after completion of six months of work experience at this facility, as determined by the Music Therapy Manager. Provides supervision of music therapy practicum students and/or interns after completion of one year of work experience at this facility, or as determined by leader. May assist with required paperwork.
• Participates in music therapy research proposals, protocols, and publications, as appropriate. Assists with study development, recruitment/consent, implementing intervention, and/or data collection.
• Participates in continuing education regarding medical music therapy or other related areas to maintain professional competency and meet continuing education requirements for board certification and licensure, as appropriate. Assists in program development and advocacy, including grant writing, and communicating with potential donors, as determined by leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from an accredited college or university required
• Master's degree and 2 years relevant experience preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience related to programming and schedule of music therapy preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of medical music therapy, including developmentally appropriate practices, patient assessment, and evaluation required
• Strong knowledge of relevant music and materials required
• Competent with a variety of musical instruments and skills including transposition, improvisation, song writing, instrumental/vocal arranging, adapting instruments and therapeutic music activities required
• Apply music therapy principles and techniques to a variety of patient needs, including pediatric, adolescent and adult required
• Ability to evaluate interventions and demonstrate competencies by providing age-appropriate care to patients and their family required
• Knowledge of research design and methodology required
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills required
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products, and both Windows & Macintosh systems required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC) Board certified by The Certification Board for Music Therapists (MT-BC) within 180 days required and
• New York State licensure (LCAT) or limited permit eligible upon hire preferred

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