Licensed Hospice Music Therapist (Part Time)

About the role

The Music Therapist will use music-based interventions to address the emotional, psychological, physical, and spiritual needs of patients on hospice services. Provide music therapy sessions to hospice patients in individual or group settings, based on the patient's specific needs and goals. Offer emotional support to families and caregivers through music, facilitating meaningful connections and moments of peace during difficult times. Conduct assessments of patients' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs to develop individualized care plans. Collaborate with hospice nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other team members to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. Offer grief support through music therapy for family members and caregivers before, during, and after the patient's death.

Responsibilities

• Use music as a therapeutic tool to help manage symptoms such as pain, anxiety, depression, and agitation, enhancing the quality of life for patients.
• Offer emotional support to families and caregivers through music, facilitating meaningful connections and moments of peace during difficult times.
• Conduct assessments of patients' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs to develop individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with hospice nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other team members to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
• Offer grief support through music therapy for family members and caregivers before, during, and after the patient's death.

Requirements

• Licensed Music Therapist (LPMT) valid in the state of Ohio.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Therapy from an accredited institution with active state licensure or certification as required by local regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients and families.
• Comfortable with travel to patient homes, nursing facilities, or hospice centers as required by the role.
• A strong understanding of the psychological, emotional, and physical aspects of end-of-life care.
• A functional ability to incorporate various musical instruments, musical and therapeutic modalities.

Qualifications

Maintain detailed records (using EMR system) of music therapy interventions, progress, and patient responses in accordance with hospice care documentation standards. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust care plans as needed. All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Matching
• Life Insurance
• Growth opportunities

Pay

$31.25-33.65/hr

Schedule

Part-time | 3 days per week