Music Therapist - Inland Empire (Fontana/Riverside) Job at Kaiser...
Kaiser Permanente - Pasadena, CA, United States, 91122
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- Collaborates with members of the Interdisciplinary Team to identify patients who may be appropriate for music therapy and in planning music activities.
- Performs patient assessments to evaluate appropriateness for a music therapy program and contributes to the plan of care.
- Utilizes a variety of musical styles and techniques to meet the individual needs of each patient.
- Facilitates instrumental and vocal activities individually or in appropriate group settings.
- Reports changes in the patients conditions and needs to the RN Case Manager or Hospice Supervisor.
- On an ongoing basis, evaluates the effectiveness of music therapy services with the patient and/or caregiver of patient.
- Observes for safety hazards in the patients and organizations environments and takes the appropriate steps to reduce or eliminate them.
- Participates in agency Memorial Services and other events as such, when appropriate.
- Supports the bereavement program through participation, as needed, in ceremonies such as Veteran recognition, Memorial Services, etc.
- Conducts home visits to provide music therapy to patients on hospice.
- Provides education to staff, volunteers and community partners on music therapy programs.
- Attends and participates in in-services, staff meetings and case conferences.
- Maintains continuing education through academic studies, seminars and workshops.
- Assists with the training of music therapy interns.
- Completes all documentation in an accurate and legible manner and / or EMR.
- Complies with hospice policies and procedures, laws and regulations and standards of practice.
- Adheres to the highest standards of professional and personal conduct in the performance of his/her duties.
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- Bachelors Degree in Music Therapy or other related field.
- Driver's License (California) required at hire
- Board of Music Therapists Certificate
- Knowledge about principles, theories and practices of Music Therapy.
- Ability to sing and play a musical instrument and to assess musical and non-musical skills and abilities of individuals.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to serve patients and their families at the end of life.
- Possess a compassionate attitude in caring for hospice patients and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team.
- One year experience working in a hospice, hospital or palliative care setting.
- Experience training and mentoring Music Therapy interns.
- Masters Degree in Music Therapy or other related field.