Hospice Music Therapist

About the role

Ecumen Hospice North Branch is hiring a Music Therapist providing services in Chisago County and East Central Minnesota. The Ecumen Hospice North Branch team focuses on providing life honoring care for patients north of the Twin Cities metro area - including Aitkin, Isanti, Chisago, Kanabec, Mille Lacs & Pine Counties.

Responsibilities

• Affirms patients for appropriate medical indication for service and performs assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy.
• 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 clinical team of appropriateness and/or contraindications for treatment.
• Maintains necessary records, e.g. clinical notes, charting, coordination notes, which will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within 24 hours of session and modified as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited music therapy program
• Current MT – BC certification from Certification Board for Music Therapists
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical music therapy experience in home health or hospice or senior care (preferred)

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of music therapy techniques
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

We offer some excellent benefits, competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, PTO/Sick time accrual and an incredibly fun & supportive team environment.