Music Therapist
Company: Banner Health
Location: Mesa
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Mesa, ArizonaDepartment Name:Music Thrpy-Ped
SvcsWork Shift:DayJob Category:Clinical CareBanner Children's at
Desert was designed "Through the Eyes of a Child," meaning it has
all the comforts of home and does not feel institutional. The
hospital is meant to inspire healing, learning and imagination.As a
music therapist, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a
collaborative, interdisciplinary team to provide therapeutic
activities for our pediatric patient population. The team works
closely with the Child Life department and pediatric rehabilitation
team to ensure the best possible care and experience for our
patients. We are looking for therapists dedicated towards utilizing
unique opportunities to build confidence and create independency
through program development.Here you can view more information on
Child Life and the many resources provided: Home
(childlife.org)This is a part-time, benefited position:Tuesday -
Thursday, 20 hours per week.We offer flexible scheduling and
minimal weekend coverage for performances.Located on an 80-acre
campus in Mesa, Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is one of
Arizona's largest and most comprehensive hospitals and is
recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best
Hospitals. We provide an abundance of exceptional opportunities
with more than 600 licensed beds, including over 100 dedicated to
children. Areas of excellence include high-risk pregnancy and
neonatal care, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology,
oncology and emergency medicine. With 21 operating rooms, we offer
a full range of surgical specialties and advanced technology that
includes the daVincir Surgical System. About Banner Children's
Hospital at Desert If you desire to provide the best care possible
to the most vulnerable patients, come to Banner Children's Hospital
at Desert in Mesa, Ariz. Within our 248-bed, state-of-the-art
facility, specially trained nurses, physicians and other clinical
professionals utilize the most advanced technology - including
iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide high quality,
child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities feature a
recently expanded 104-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six pediatric ORs
and a 26-bed ED. We also offer dedicated pediatric rehab,
radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With clinical
diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive culture,
this is a place where you can grow in your career as you help our
very special patients.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.
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