Expressive Therapist

Job Overview

This role is responsible for providing music therapy services to patients.

Location: High Pointe House, Haverhill MA

Hours: Full-Time 40 Hours

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Board certification in Music Therapy (MT-BC)

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Assess music therapy needs of the patient/family and provide music therapy services to the hospice patients and their families, as appropriate.

2. Consult with interdisciplinary team about patient referrals to assess needs and prioritize intervention.

3. Document all care provided on the patient's clinical record in accordance with Hospice's documentation requirements.

4. Educate hospice staff and community about the role of the Music Therapist and the use of music therapy interventions with hospice patients and their families.

5. Assist with facilitating support groups and special events upon request and ensure effective use of resources

6. Serve as an education resource to staff, volunteers, care partners and the community.

7. Support and promote the Hospice mission to lead in providing exceptional patient-centered end-of-life care and grief support.

8. Adhere to the practice of confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff and the organization.

9. Demonstrates a knowledge and understanding of what to report to the CEO or Chief Compliance Officer when concerns of corporate compliance arise.

10. Ensures compliance within guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies (DPH, ERISA etc.) and demonstrates compliance with Home Health Foundation policies and procedures.

11. Practices confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA/HITECH guidelines.

12. Participates in all mandatory in-services.

13. Completes other duties as assigned.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.