Hospice Musician - Ethos

About the role

As a PRN Hospice Musician you will provide live, individualized musical experiences for hospice patients and their families as part of the hospice organization’s ancillary services. The Hospice Musician uses music to create moments of joy, connection, enjoyment, reminiscence, and companionship during the hospice experience. You’ll work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure that musical selections and performances are personalized, meaningful, and rooted in dignity.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient‑centered music sessions and performances that align with individualized preferences to promote spiritual and general well‑being, evaluating and adapting selections based on patient feedback and observed outcomes.
• Collaborate across disciplines by working closely with RN case managers, social workers, chaplains, and other care team members to incorporate music performance into patient care, and communicate regularly with the team.
• Lead and promote music programs, contributing to annual memorial services, leading group music engagement opportunities, and working with facility partners to schedule ongoing sing‑alongs and group events.
• Assist in integrating music into other hospice and wellness initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned, recognizing that the listed responsibilities represent the nature and level of work but are not exhaustive.

Requirements

• A degree or certification in music therapy is not required; formal musical training, performance experience, or demonstrated musical proficiency is preferred.
• Proficiency in at least one musical instrument and familiarity with established music therapy techniques is preferred.
• Previous experience in hospice, healthcare, senior living, community programming, or similar settings is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Compassionate, respectful, dependable, and comfortable working with individuals and families experiencing serious illness and end‑of‑life circumstances.
• Valid driver’s license and use of an insured personal vehicle.
• Ability to work independently and with teams in home and facility‑based hospice environments.
• Ability to pass state‑mandated background checks.
• Physical capability to perform all essential job functions.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English to ensure effective communication with team members, residents, and families.

Schedule

PRN – Minimum 3 shifts per month – Flexible hours and scheduling – Monday to Friday – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location

Based out of our Bismarck office with a 40‑mile travel radius.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Hourly, non‑exempt
• Department: Ancillary Services
• Leadership Received: Manager of Life Enrichment
• Division: Hospice
• Travel Requirements: Yes
• Supervisory responsibilities: None