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Plan, organize, direct, or assess clinical and evidenced-based music therapy interventions to positively influence individuals' physical, psychological, cognitive, or behavioral status.
Health Sciences
Plan, organize, direct, or assess clinical and evidenced-based music therapy interventions to positively influence individuals' physical, psychological, cognitive, or behavioral status.
Health Sciences Industry
Music Therapists
Average
$65,330
ANNUAL
$31.41
HOURLY
Entry Level
$37,620
ANNUAL
$18.09
HOURLY
Mid Level
$60,570
ANNUAL
$29.12
HOURLY
Expert Level
$102,320
ANNUAL
$49.19
HOURLY
Music Therapists
Music Therapists
Degree Recommendations
Music Therapists
01
Design or provide music therapy experiences to address client needs, such as using music for self-care, adjusting to life changes, improving cognitive functioning, raising self-esteem, communicating, or controlling impulses.
02
Design music therapy experiences, using various musical elements to meet client's goals or objectives.
03
Sing or play musical instruments, such as keyboard, guitar, or percussion instruments.
04
Communicate with clients to build rapport, acknowledge their progress, or reflect upon their reactions to musical experiences.
05
Customize treatment programs for specific areas of music therapy, such as intellectual or developmental disabilities, educational settings, geriatrics, medical settings, mental health, physical disabilities, or wellness.
06
Establish client goals or objectives for music therapy treatment, considering client needs, capabilities, interests, overall therapeutic program, coordination of treatment, or length of treatment.
07
Document evaluations, treatment plans, case summaries, or progress or other reports related to individual clients or client groups.
08
Assess client functioning levels, strengths, and areas of need in terms of perceptual, sensory, affective, communicative, musical, physical, cognitive, social, spiritual, or other abilities.
09
Observe and document client reactions, progress, or other outcomes related to music therapy.
10
Improvise instrumentally, vocally, or physically to meet client's therapeutic needs.
Music Therapists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
KNOWLEDGE
Therapy and Counseling
KNOWLEDGE
Fine Arts
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
SKILL
Social Perceptiveness
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Service Orientation
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
Music Therapists
**Primary City/State:**
Phoenix, Arizona
**Department Name:**
Music Thrpy-Hosp
**Work Shift:**
Day
**Job Category:**
Clinical Care
University Medical Center Phoenix Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, a number of unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics, and with a new $400 million campus investment, a new patient tower and 2 new clinic buildings will be built.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for conducting music therapy on the hospital campus in accordance with national and state organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The scope of practice will include the entire continuum of patient care, and therapeutic intervention for our employees, volunteers and medical staff. This position will provide support to and expand our existing Integrative Therapy services as well as further our commitment to a healing environment. This position demonstrates the competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Evaluates patient’s readiness for therapeutic intervention. Interviews patient, family member(s), and/or caregiver(s). Completes a comprehensive assessment and develops a plan of care in cooperation with other interdisciplinary team members. Determines treatment goals that are specific and relevant to medical diagnosis, course of medical treatment, and anticipated discharge timelines. Collaborates with patient, family/caregiver and interdisciplinary team (physician, nursing staff, social worker, case manager, other active team members) when setting treatment goals.
2. Implements individualized treatment plan with consideration given to the patient’s physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational and age-specific needs. Involves patient and family/caregiver in the treatment plan. Treatment may be instrumental and/or vocal, and include creating, singing, relaxing, moving to and/or listening to music. Treatment may be provided as individual therapy for the patient or performed as group therapy with the inclusion of family member(s), caregivers and/or friends. Monitors patient responses to therapeutic intervention. Reassesses treatment goals and plan of care as necessary.
3. Documents evaluation findings, treatment goals, treatment plan, patient’s progress and patient’s response to treatment in the medical record. Documents patient data on pertinent forms.
4. Communicates evaluation results and patient progress to the patient and family/caregiver and the interdisciplinary team. Communicates pertinent patient information to other co-workers to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
5. Assists with education of clinical and non-clinical staff on the medical and non-medical benefits of music therapy. Defends treatment rationale with standard practices, examples of patient’s response to therapeutic intervention, and/or current literature. Promotes staff interaction through involvement in music therapy activities. Participates in hospital and community sponsored events and projects to encourage community involvement in campus music therapy programs/activities, and promote awareness and understanding of music therapy.
6. Meets productivity standards set by the department.
7. This position has responsibility for interacting with patients, families, physicians, and all levels of staff in a variety of departments throughout the facility and organization. External contacts may include employees of other healthcare organizations, community providers and agencies, representatives from schools and universities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a bachelor's degree in music therapy from an accredited college or university.
Must be board certified from the Certification Board for Music Therapists, Inc.
This position requires knowledge of medical terminology. Must demonstrate critical thinking skills, problem solving skills and time management skills. Must communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, to include physicians, clinical staff and the non-clinical public. Employees working for Banner Home Care/Hospice must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One year of related experience preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans (https://www.bannerhealth.com/careers/eeo)
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EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.
Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability
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