Art Therapist: Grant-Funded

"To Heal. To Teach. To Discover." At University Hospitals, these words represent more than just our mission; they encapsulate the opportunities available to the numerous world-class doctors, nurses, healthcare professionals, and support staff who choose to join UH and make a difference. The Art Therapist role within the UH Ahuja Medical Center and Lake West Medical Center offers a unique chance to become part of a dynamic, collaborative interdisciplinary team. This position adds value to patient care and significantly assists individuals with various issues. We currently offer an opportunity for a Full Time Days, Art Therapist to support adult patients and families in Beachwood and Willoughby. Joining our team comes with several benefits, including: Free parking for regular status caregivers Tuition reimbursement Full benefits and retirement Support for continuing education, career growth, and professional development What You Will Do Maintains professional behavior and UH core qualities. Provides appropriate patient and family focused, relationship-based care following American Art Therapy Association standards of care (assess needs, implement, and evaluate art therapy interventions and document outcomes). Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team to deliver patient and family care. Participates in trainings, team meetings, rounds as appropriate to function as a team-member and uphold the AT/MT Department and UH system missions. This may also include supervision of graduate interns. Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment (attends professional development opportunities, keeps up to date with relevant research and publications, continuing education). Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Education Master's Degree in Art Therapy (Required) or Bachelor's Degree Degree in Art Therapy with master's in related field. (Required) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Thorough knowledge of Art therapy process and practice, allowing for appropriate care of adult patients and their caregivers/families. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of both group and individual therapy skills. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates proficiency in a variety of visual artistic media and art therapy interventions for a diverse patient and family base. (Required proficiency) Able to summarize and write art therapy session notes in a professional manner. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates knowledge of psychosocial and physical dysfunction, including adaptations of equipment and materials to meet patient needs. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates knowledge of art therapy ethics and code of conduct. (Required proficiency) Work Experience 1 year completion of Art Therapy practicums from accredited university (Required). At least one year of on-the-job experience (Strongly Preferred) License and Certifications Registered Art Therapist and/or Board Certified in the State of Ohio (Required) (or soon to be licensed) Preferred Qualifications/Position Details Previous experience is strongly preferred. The position will work between Ahuja Medical Center in Beachwood and Lake West Medical Center in Willoughby. It will also float within all units both hospitals, but palliative care patients will comprise of the large majority of patients seen at Lake West. This role is new to that hospital, so it will focus on one-on-one patient care, educating patients/families/staff, building up a caseload and referral sources.

This is a grant-funded position:

current funding will last through mid-2028 and is in the process of future renewals. Physical Demands Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 50%

Additional Salary Detail:

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of posting of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, union negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). This figure does not include, unless otherwise stated incentive pay or shift differential pay or the value of University Hospitals' comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental, vision, retirement plan options, and additional offerings. Click here to view complete wellness and benefits details.