Location: Dallas,TX, USA
Music Therapists - Baylor Scott White
* Location: Dallas, Texas
* Schedule/Shift: FT/Days
* Prefer 3-5 years experience in the NICU
JOB SUMMARY
The Music Therapist offers clinical evidence-based music therapy interventions including assessment, treatment, and ongoing evaluation for patients and their families designed to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
* 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.
* Confers with members of the treatment team to plan and evaluate patient goals and desired outcomes.
* Serves as a resource for the creation of 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.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
* Experience providing music interventions in a healthcare setting is required.
* Skilled musician.
* Ability to deal with complex situations and resolve patient and/or customer service concerns.
* Ability to give clear, concise and complete education and/or instructions.
* Works well in a patient centered environment as an integral team player.
* Ability to adjust communication style to suit different audiences.
* Caring listener, delicate, upbeat, optimistic, articulate, gracious and tactful.
* Ability to calm upset patients in a composed and professional demeanor.
* Masters Degree preferred
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following.
* 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
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
* EDUCATION - Bachelor's
* EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
* CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Board Cert Music Therapist (MTBC)