Position Overview

The Music Therapist provides music therapy services which meet the unique needs and preferences 
of each patient, identifying music with personal meaning and connection. The music therapist works 
under the direction of the Manager of Clinical Services in collaboration with the patient’s RN Case 
Manager and according to the individualized Plan of Care.

Essential Functions and Skills

Provides direct music therapy at the direction of the Clinical Supervisor or Manager of  Clinical Services and in accordance with the plan of care. Assesses patient and referral for appropriate medical indication for services and performs  assessment to determine effectiveness of therapy. Treats patients to relieve symptoms and provide psychological, psychosocial, physical,  and spiritual comfort. Directs and aids patients through music therapy interventions to assist with alleviating  symptoms of anxiety, agitation, restlessness, depression, pain, emotional distress (patient  and family), spiritual distress, and social isolation. Assists patients with needs regarding relaxation, communication, family support,  anticipatory grief (patient and family), and interest in life legacy/review interventions. Utilizes interventions such as relaxation, imagery, lyric analysis, song writing,  reminiscence, entrainment, life review, receptive listening, and life legacy projects. Observes and reports to the clinical supervisor or clinical director and the organization  personnel the patient’s response to treatment and any changes in patient’s condition. Provides education and awareness to clinical team regarding appropriateness or  contraindications for therapy treatment. Maintains necessary records; clinical notes, problem charting, coordination notes, which  will be incorporated into the patient’s clinical record within 24-48 hours of session and  modified as needed. Participates in interdisciplinary group and organization in-service education program as  needed. Participate in the quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities as  needed. Responsible for maintaining compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements.  Treats all patient information as confidential and utilizes protected health information on a  minimum necessary basis. Performs other duties as assigned