Euclid, OH, US
req#: 248508
Location: Euclid, OH
Facilities: Euclid Hospital
Professional Area: Allied Health
Department: 3008 Behavioral Medicine I/P-Euclid Hospital
Job Code: D99914
Schedule: Part Time
Shift: Days
Job Description Summary Provides comprehensive clinical music therapy services, including assessment and treatment under the Scope of Practice of the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT); assists in research as needed; works collaboratively with the clinical care team, and assists Music Therapy Department as needed to develop and evaluate music therapy programs and initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Designs, implements, and evaluates music therapy interventions to address the biopsychosocial needs of patients and families as appropriate, under the Scope of Practice of the Certification Board for Music Therapists, and documents in the Electronic Medical Record.
- Serves as clinical and educational resource for the hospital units and professional community regarding music therapy practice.
- Adheres to general expectations for all employees in order that the program functions in an effective manner to meet the treatment needs of patients.
- Maintains confidentiality of patients, families, staff, and hospital respecting patients’ rights and dignity.
- Assists and participates in research as needed, working with teams to develop research topics and protocols, conducting research, gathering results, and assisting in articles for submission.
- Assists Music Therapy Department as needed to develop and evaluate music therapy programs and initiatives.
- Coordinates music therapy observation experiences, writes reports, and collaborates on other projects as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree (or Equivalency) from a program accredited by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA).
- A Master’s degree is preferred.
- Master’s degree (or Equivalency) can be in Music Therapy from a program accredited by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA); or, if the candidate has a Bachelor’s degree (or Equivalency) in Music Therapy from a program accredited by the American Music Therapy Association (AMTA), then the Master’s Degree can be in a related field (i.e. Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, etc.).
Certifications:
- Music Therapist – Board Certified (MT-BC) or Board Certified eligible from the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT).
- For Hospice caregivers only:
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Valid Ohio Driver’s License upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.
- must have reliable transportation and proof of automobile insurance coverage with $100,000/$300,000 upon hire; per policy 8-175 thereafter.
Work Experience:
- One year of experience providing music therapy services is required. Consideration will be made for time spent in practicum or internship providing music therapy services.
- Three years of experience providing music therapy services, including direct patient work in a hospital or healthcare setting, is preferred.
- Should possess excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and musical skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Standing and walking at least 75% of the time; sitting less than 25% of the time; hand and finger dexterity and reaching with arms and hands at least 75% of the time, close vision and depth perception at least 75% of the time; hearing and talking more than 80% of the time; and pushing and pulling at least 75% of the time.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
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Keywords: Music therapy, music therapist, music, therapy, board certified, CBMT
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