Music Therapist 1

About the role

Baylor Scott & White is seeking a full-time Registered or Board Certified Art Therapist. This position is located in Fort Worth, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Directs music therapy sessions to improve patient’s mental health and physical well-being.
• Serves patients, families and caregivers by assessing their emotional and physical state and offering appropriate musical interventions.
• Provides therapeutic music at the bedside and in outpatient areas.
• Responds to referrals in a timely manner, setting appropriate priorities regarding referrals.
• Conferences with members of the treatment team to plan and evaluate patient goals and desired outcomes.
• Serves as a resource to create an aesthetic and artistic environment for patients, families, visitors, and staff throughout Baylor Scott & White Healthcare System.
• Creates and sustains an attentive, helpful, safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families and staff.
• Mentors Music Therapy practicum students and interns.

Requirements

• Experience providing music interventions in a healthcare setting is required.
• Skilled musician.
• Able to deal with complex situations and resolve patient and/or customer service concerns.
• Able to give clear, concise and complete education and/or instructions.
• Works well in a patient centered environment as an integral team player.
• Able to adjust communication style to suit different audiences.
• Caring listener, delicate, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious and tactful.
• Able to calm upset patients in a composed and professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree preferred.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

Pay

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Schedule

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.