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Music Therapist - Full-time
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A Music Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving music, instruments, and sound. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.
$47,734 / year median in Missouri
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Additional Information About the Role St. Louis Children's Hospital is looking for a Board-Certified Music Therapist to work in our Child Life Services area. Monday-Friday (No Weekends). Come work at the top pediatric hospital in the US and make a difference in a child's life today! Overview St. Louis Children's Hospital is dedicated to improving the health and lives of children. As one of the top-ranked children's hospitals in the country, St. Louis Children's provides care in more than 50 specialty areas through a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, staff and volunteers. Along with inpatient and outpatient medical care, the hospital offers education, wellness and injury-prevention programs to fulfill its mission to "do what's right for kids." Providing comprehensive, high-quality care and serving as an advocate for children has been St. Louis Children's commitment since its inception in 1879. Today, the hospital serves patients and families across a 300-mile service area, and has seen patients from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. St. Louis Children's consistently ranks among America's Best Children's Hospitals by U.S.News & World Report in all surveyed categories. In 2021, St. Louis Children's was one of eight children's hospitals to rank in the top 25 of all 10 specialties. The hospital's academic and physician partner, Washington University School of Medicine, is one of the top-ranked medical schools in the United States. Since 2005, St. Louis Children's has been designated as a Magnet® hospital for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center® (ANCC). Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose Organizes and implements a music therapy program to address physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of patients. Responsibilities Uses music therapy as a process that combines the verbally transcendent and emotionally authentic aspects of music with the needs of the patient. Serves as a resource person and guide providing musical experiences that will aid in patient care. Designs and conducts music sessions for individuals and groups, based on client needs. Coordinates therapy with other team members and shares response to music therapy intervention. Minimum Requirements Education Bachelor's Degree - Music Therapy Experience