Music Therapist, Hospice PRN

Overview

Music Therapist / MT, Hospice PRN

Location:

Edison, NJ
Coverage Area:
Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean Counties
Remote/Virtual Position:
No

Salary: $25 - $35 / hour

Schedule:

PRN plus on call

Must have Board Certification and be a Licensed Professional Music Therapist in the State of NJ.

• Bachelor's Degree in Music with a concentration in Music Therapy and/or Music Therapy from an AMTA-approved university (or undergraduate equivalency program approved by AMTA).
• Board Certified as Music Therapist (MT-BC) by the Certification Board for Music Therapy (CBMT).
• Previous experience with terminally ill patients/families is highly desirable.
• Must have reliable automobile, valid driver's license and the minimum state-required liability auto insurance.

• Complete the music therapy assessment with patient and family when referred in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Plan music therapy interventions.
• Guide the patient in the use of creative therapeutic activities for the purpose of improving or maintaining mental and physical function and quality of life.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of music therapy services with the patient and/or family‑of‑choice.
• Provide in‑services to staff, hospitals, nursing homes, and other facilities as requested and determined appropriate by therapist.
• Serve as counselor at IDG meetings, participate in on‑call rotation, and assist with sign‑ups and consents for newly referred patients.
• Support the bereavement program at the site level.

• Board Certified as Music Therapist (MT-BC) by the Certification Board for Music Therapy (CBMT).
• Must be a licensed driver who can travel to all business locations.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones and fellow employees
• Company store credit for Accent Care‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
• And more!

We offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.