Hospice Music Therapist

Fredericksburg, Virginia, Start the day excited to make a difference…end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. Job Summary: The Expressive Therapist is a professional responsible and accountable for the complementary care of hospice patients and their family members. The Expressive Therapist functions as a member of the Hospice interdisciplinary team. The incumbent in this position will support the mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives of Mary Washington Healthcare and must demonstrate a commitment to quality service to patients, physicians, Associates and the public. The incumbent in this position will be responsible for compliance with all federal and state laws and regulations governing the privacy of patients’ protected health information. Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Performs assessments to determine therapeutic and functional goals for the patients. Provides direct service to hospice patients/families in homes and alternative homes. Maintains and completes required documentation Attends Hospice interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings Provides in-service programs to educate staff and volunteers about therapy. Attends clinical in-service programs and continuing education opportunities.

Provides bereavement follow-up to family members when appropriate. Documents professional, accurately, timely, and according to procedures; submits documentation to supervisor in a timely manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school of Expressive Therapy; Master’s degree in Art, Music, Dance, Movement Therapy or related field required. If Art Therapist – Board certified in Art Therapy (ATR-BC) required within six months of hire. If Music Therapist – Board certified in Music Therapy (MT-BC) required within six months of hire. If Dance/Movement Therapist – Board certified in Dance/Movement Therapy (DMTCB) required within 6 months of hire. AHA BLS Provider CPR required Two years related therapy experience; previous experience with individuals with life-limiting illness preferred. Demonstrated understanding of the differences between adult and children’s reaction to grief and life threatening situations. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of a team, developing productive working relationships with diverse groups of people.

Meets the MWHC suitability criteria for operators of vehicles; reliable mode of transportation required. As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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